Hamlin Garland
American novelist and short story writer
Garland achieved recognition as a significant voice of the American Midwest through his literary works. He wrote extensively, producing novels, short stories, and essays that often depicted rural life and the struggles of ordinary people. His most notable work, 'Main-Travelled Roads,' released in 1891, illustrated the lives of farmers and rural communities. In addition to fiction, Garland contributed to literary criticism and briefly served as a historian for the state of Wisconsin. His writings often reflected realist themes, emphasizing the harsh realities faced by settlers in the Midwest.
Wrote 'Main-Travelled Roads'
Explored themes of rural life
Served as a historian for Wisconsin
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Rock guitarist and songwriter for Lynyrd Skynyrd
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September 14th, 1949 76 years ago
Died
August 22nd, 2018 7 years ago — 68 years old
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Died
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September 14th, 1983 42 years ago
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Born
September 14th, 1941 84 years ago
Died
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September 14th, 1853 172 years ago
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Born
September 14th, 1965 60 years ago
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1932 93 years ago
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1920 105 years ago
Died
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1939 86 years ago
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Born
1943 82 years ago
Died
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