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Best-in-books

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1958604 pagesN. Doubleday

Synopsis

This anthology presents a diverse collection of excerpts from notable authors, offering a taste of various genres and perspectives. Readers will find selections ranging from historical accounts and personal reflections to humorous observations and travelogues. It's a varied compilation designed to entertain and inform a broad audience.

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Charles Bruce Catton (9 October 1899 -28 August 1978 ) was an American historian and journalist, best known for his books on the American Civil War. Known as a narrative historian, Catton specialized in popular history, featuring colorful characters and historical vignettes, in addition to the basic facts, dates, and analyses. Although his books were well researched and supported by footnotes, they were not generally presented in a rigorous academic style. He won a Pulitzer Prize in 1954 for *A...

Elsa Maxwell is the author of "Best-in-books." Her writing offers a unique perspective, making her work a standout choice for readers.

Jean Kerr was an American humorist and playwright known for her sharp wit. Her popular books of essays and memoirs include Our Hearts Were Young and Gay and HOW I GOT TO B PERFCT. She also co-wrote the play King of Hearts.

John Phillips Marquand was an American writer. Originally best known for his Mr. Moto spy stories, he achieved popular success and critical respect for his satirical novels, winning a Pulitzer Prize for The Late George Apley in 1938. One of his abiding themes was the confining nature of life in America's upper class and among those who aspired to join it. Marquand treated those whose lives were bound by these unwritten codes with a characteristic mix of respect and satire. - Wikipedia

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