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Anne Lamott (born 10 April 1954, in San Francisco) is an author of several novels and works of non-fiction. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, her non-fiction works are largely autobiographical, with strong doses of self-deprecating humor and covering such subjects as alcoholism, single motherhood, and Christianity. She appeals to many fans because of her sense of humor, her deeply felt insights, and her outspoken views on topics such as her left-of-center politics and her unconventional Christian faith. She is a graduate of Drew College Preparatory School in San Francisco, California.
Her novels include:
- Hard Laughter
- Rosie
- Joe Jones
- All New People
- Crooked Little Heart (sequel to Rosie)
- Blue Shoe
Ambitions, Tragedy Collide In 'America America'
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:24:00 -0400
After a seven-year absence, author Ethan Canin returns with America America, a novel that explores power and influence in politics past.
Celebrating The Fourth With Rebellion
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 11:34:00 -0400
From the moment Huckleberry Finn sat on his raft and decided, "All right, then, I'll go to hell," great American books have featured people setting off on their own. Washington, D.C., writer, teacher and musician Will Layman offers three books about rebellion.
Welsh Awards Snafu Leaves Red Faces
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:41:00 -0400
Welsh Assembly Culture Minister Rhodri Glyn Thomas has apologized for naming the wrong person winner of the Wales Book of the Year. He named Tom Bullough, who briefly thought he had won. Dannie Abse was the actual winner. Thomas apologized to both.
Who Wrote Shakespeare's Plays? Debate Goes On
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:01:00 -0400
Centuries later, doubts persist that William Shakespeare penned the works that bear his name. Skeptics include not only scholars but also famous folks, ranging from Orson Welles to Mark Twain.
'Netherland' Flirts With Greatness Of 'Gatsby'
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:53:00 -0400
With plenty of nods to The Great Gatsby Joseph O'Neill's Netherland explores dreams and ambition in post-Sept. 11 New York City. Maureen Corrigan calls the novel "marvelous."
The Twisted Journey Of 'Napoleon's Privates'
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:22:00 -0400
How did Napoleon's penis end up in New Jersey? Tony Perrottet, the author of the new book, Napoleon's Privates: 2,500 Years of History Unzipped, outlines the route the emperor's organ took from the island of St. Helena in 1821 to a briefcase under the bed of a New Jersey urologist.
A Writer Writes - This site attempts picking a bone with Anne Lamott.
Allreaders Anne Lamott Spotlight - A detailed analysis of the plot, setting, characters, theme, and structure of her greatest novels. You can sign up as an Anne Lamott scholar on our site.
Meta Description: [ Book review site filled with extremely detailed description of plots, settings, characters, and themes. ]
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My Word's Worth - Page details one fan's personal attachment to the writings of Anne Lamott.
Salon Magazine - A listing of short essays presented as Word By Word. This is a 1997 listing.
Sincere Meditations - Site tells a story of overcoming adversities.
Meta Description: [ Born with a severe facial disfigurement, David Roche has turned his "flaw" into a wonderful source of strength and he brings this to his audiences ]
Steven Barclay Agency - Anne Lamott, represented by Steven Barclay Agency, offers some of our culture's most important and thought-provoking voices. Site has information pertaining to lectures, readings, workshops, and conferences.
Meta Description: [ Anne Lamott - Steven Barclay Agency represents some of our culture's most important and thought-provoking voices. For lectures, readings, workshops, and conferences. ]
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Synthesis - Spoken Word at the Laxson Auditorium at Chico State.
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