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In this lively exploration of America’s intellectual heritage, acclaimed poet, novelist, and critic Jay Parini celebrates the life and times ... read full description

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Aug 12, 2010
Paula rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Most would be hard pressed to choose just 13, and then we'd want to change our choices. Parini explains his choices and allows us to disagree. The books are in chronological order by date of publication - not importance. Some good choices and maybe even some spurring on to read the entire test of a few.
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