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Category Archives: Criticism
Russell Hoban (1925-2011), renowned author for young and old
One of my favorite children’s authors, Russell Hoban, died this past Tuesday at the age of 86. Hoban was a skilled and highly-praised novelist, as well; but as a father of young girls, I came to know his work through … Continue reading
Posted in Arts, Criticism, Family, Literature
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Re-discovering Leonard Dubkin, Chicago Urban Nature Writer
As a literary critic, one recognizes the rare privilege in discovering an obscure yet talented writer — whether someone living or from the distant past — and reintroducing that person to a contemporary readership. Such was my opportunity a few … Continue reading
Posted in Chicago, Criticism, Literature, Research, Urban ecology
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