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Selected Poems of Gabriela Mistral  — Research Starter

"Selected Poems of Gabriela Mistral" showcases the profound impact of one of Latin America's most significant female poets, Gabriela Mistral, who was part of a groundbreaking generation of women…

Searching for Mercy Street by Linda Gray Sexton  — Research Starter

"Searching for Mercy Street" by Linda Gray Sexton is a poignant memoir that delves into the complexities of growing up with a mother, Anne Sexton, who struggled with severe mental illnesses beyond…

School as Literary Theme  — Research Starter

The theme of "School" in literature serves as a multifaceted reflection of the educational experience, deeply ingrained in North American cultural narratives. Schools, classrooms, and the…

Savings by Linda Hogan  — Research Starter

"**Savings**" is the fifth poetry collection by Linda Hogan, a Chickasaw writer and educator, which builds on themes explored in her previous works. The poems in this collection are characterized by a…

Sandra M. Gilbert  — Research Starter

Sandra M. Gilbert is a prominent poet and literary critic, born Sandra Ellen Mortola in New York City in 1936. Her educational journey included prestigious institutions such as Cornell University, New…

Saint Peter Relates an Incident by James Weldon Johnson  — Research Starter

"Saint Peter Relates an Incident" is a significant poetic work by James Weldon Johnson that explores themes of race, identity, and honor in the context of death and remembrance. The poem imagines a…

Rural Life Depicted in Literature  — Research Starter

Rural life has long been a significant theme in literature, particularly in American writing, where it often serves to explore social concerns and the complexities of identity. From early works by…

Running in the Family by Michael Ondaatje  — Research Starter

"Running in the Family" by Michael Ondaatje is an autobiographical novel that blends fact and fiction to explore the author’s family history and personal identity. The narrative unfolds as Ondaatje…

Runaway by Evelyn Lau  — Research Starter

"Runaway: Diary of a Street Kid" by Evelyn Lau is an autobiographical account detailing her experiences as a young Chinese Canadian woman who ran away from home to escape the oppressive expectations…