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William Dean Howells

1837–1920

14 standalone books

William Dean Howells (March 1, 1837 – May 11, 1920) was an American realist novelist, literary critic, and playwright. He was nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters" and is known for his work as an editor of The Atlantic Monthly. His notable works include the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria, as well as the Christmas story Christmas Every Day, which was adapted into a 1996 film. Howells was recognized for his contributions to American literature through his writing and critical perspectives.

Born
1837

Books by William Dean Howells

  1. Cover of Fennel and Rue

    Fennel and Rue

    1908

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  2. Cover of The Kentons

    The Kentons

    1902

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  3. Cover of Heroines of fiction

    Heroines of fiction

    1901

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  4. Cover of Their Silver Wedding Journey

    Their Silver Wedding Journey

    1899

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  5. Cover of My year in a log cabin

    My year in a log cabin

    1893

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  6. Cover of A hazard of new fortunes

    A hazard of new fortunes

    1889

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  7. Cover of The Rise of Silas Lapham

    The Rise of Silas Lapham

    1884

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  8. Cover of Doctor Breen's practice

    Doctor Breen's practice

    1881

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  9. Cover of Their Wedding Journey

    Their Wedding Journey

    1872

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  10. Cover of Italian journeys

    Italian journeys

    1867

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  11. Cover of The Whole Family

    The Whole Family

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  12. Cover of Mrs. Farrell

    Mrs. Farrell

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  13. Cover of Ragged Lady [1/2]

    Ragged Lady [1/2]

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  14. Cover of Ragged Lady [2/2]

    Ragged Lady [2/2]

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