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The Dream And The Deal: The Federal Writers' Project, 1935-1943
Almost 7000 authors—including Richard Wright, John Cheever, and Saul Bellow—were employed by this federal program, which saved many literary careers during the Depression and which also produced the best state guidebooks ever written.
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Celebrates American writers' resilience during the Great Depression.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in American literary history or the WPA era, this book offers a fascinating look into a pivotal time. It highlights how government support helped nurture some of the country's greatest writers and produced remarkable guidebooks. It's a compelling read for anyone curious about the intersection of literature, history, and social change.
