My tryst with Anonymous

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The article, 'No, Really, I Am Anonymous,' was Klein's only public utterance during the 1995-96 controversy over the authorship of 'Primary Colors.' The Book Review was used in a skillful scheme to keep the guessing game alive, illustrating the damaging role of expectations and publicity in the book industry.

Author: McGrath, Charles
Editorial, Column, Ethical aspects, Media coverage, Authorship, Best sellers, Book reviews, Book reviewing, The New York Times Book Review (Periodical), Primary Colors (Novel), Klein, Joe

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Six flags over middle earth

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The settings of several books are revisited in a humorous manner since the books were written. Madison County, IA, is now full of tour buses, while the Middle Earth setting for 'The Hobbit' is more hospitable. The New England cities of Stepford and Peyton Place are also more hospitable.

Author: McGrath, Charles
Humor and anecdotes, Books, Setting (Literature)

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Street singer

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The works of poet Allen Ginsberg reveal his belief in poetry of the people. He is considered as a cultural busybody, being concerned in protests, rallies, rock concerts and love-ins. He is known for his works which show his impassioned poetry as a young man.

Author: McGrath, Charles
Criticism and interpretation, Poets, Ginsberg, Allen

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