american literature

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american literature

A way out of no way

writings about growing up Black in America
1996
A collection of stories and poems about coming of age written by African-American authors.

Alien plot

1992
Collection of sixteen science fiction stories by the author.

Reach for the moon

stories and poems
1994
Stories and poetry, written by a girl with learning disabilities, reflects her feelings and experiences.

The portable Steinbeck

1971
Presents a selection of the most notable of Steinbeck's writings, including the complete texts of The red pony and Of mice and men. Includes biographical notes and a chronology.

The best American nonrequired reading, 2013

2013
A collection of short fiction and nonfiction writings from mainstream and alternative American periodicals that features an introduction by Walter Mosley and selections chosen by Dave Eggers and some of his students from his writing center in San Francisco.

Twenty-five books that shaped America

how white whales, green lights, and restless spirits forged our national identity
2011

Best African American essays, 2010

2010
The second entry in a well-received annual series features the author of Sellout as its guest editor and includes essays on such topics as Obama's presidential race, pop culture, and sports.

The best spiritual writing 2011

2010
Presents a collection of essays, articles, and poems from a variety of religious and spiritual traditions, including the writings of Rick Bass, Nancy Honicker, Philip Levine, and Marilyn Nelson.

The best spiritual writing 2010

2010
Presents a collection of essays, articles, and poems from a variety of religious and spiritual traditions, including the writings of John Updike, Diane Ackerman, Seamus Heaney, and Leon Wieseltier.

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