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A Literary Cornucopia

Luisa Morales-Molina

A cozy literary nook where poems and essays wander in, tiny stories flutter by, author bios come alive, and bookish curiosities await discovery.

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Episode 123: Ernest Hemingway: "The Old Man at the...

A Literary Cornucopia ·

2025/02/25

Ernest Hemingway was an influential American novelist and short-story writer, born on July 21, 1899, in Cicero, Illinois, and died on July 2, 1961, in Ketchum, Idaho. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954, recognized for his impactful prose style and adventurous life. Hemingway's writing is noted for its intense masculinity and concise, lucid prose, which significantly influenced 20th-century American and British fiction. "The Old Man at the Bridge" is a prime example

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00:22:11

Episode 122: Toni Morrison: "Sweetness"

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2025/02/11

Toni Morrison was a celebrated American writer known for her exploration of the Black experience, particularly the Black female experience. She became the first Black female writer to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature (1993).The short story “Sweetness” was originally published inThe New Yorkerin February 2015. It became the opening chapter of her novelGod Help the Child. The story is narrated in the first person by a woman named Sweetness, reflecting on her relationship with her daughter, Lula

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00:13:09

Episode 121: Oscar Wilde- "The Selfish Giant"

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2025/01/28

Oscar Wilde's' plays were mostly directed at adult audiences. They displayed his wit. However, this controversial Irish writer also wrote charming stories for children. "The Selfish Giant" was part of his short story collection The Happy Prince and Other Tales. ALC Blog: https://aliterarycornucopia.wordpress.com/home/about-a-literary-cornucopia-podcast/

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00:29:15

Episode 120: William Faulkner - "A Rose for Emily"

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2025/01/14

William Faulkner’s works, many set in a fictional county, reflect the complexities and contradictions of the South. His influence extends to countless writers, and his themes remain relevant in contemporary discussions of history and culture. Faulkner is celebrated as a pioneer of modernist fiction and a chronicler of the American South. "A Rose for Emily" is a Southern Gothic short story that tells the story of Emily Grierson, an eccentric and reclusive woman. For more information on Faulkner,

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Episode 119: O. Henry and "The Gift of the Magi"

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2024/12/24

"Of all who give gifts, these two were the most wise. Of all who give and receive gifts, such as they are the most wise. Everywhere they are the wise ones.They are the magi." The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) What are our true feelings when we exchange gifts with the ones we love?

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Episode 118: Thomas Hardy: "The Thieves Who Couldn't...

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2024/12/09

“The name Thomas Hardy has meant surefire gloom and doom for a century. No one has ever gone to Thomas Hardy for light reading. What a surprise then, to discover this almost frivolous adventure of a juvenile detective among so much adversity and pessimism. ‘The Thieves Who Couldn’t Help Sneezing’ is startling proof that man cannot live on misery alone. Not even Thomas Hardy. “ (Murder for Christmas) Blog post: https://aliterarycornucopia.wordpress.com/

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Episode 117: Leo Tolstoy: Greed - "How Much Land Does...

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2024/11/26

Leo Tolstoy was a Russian author, a master of realistic fiction and one of the world’s greatest novelists. Most readers will agree with the assessment of the 19th-century British poet and critic Matthew Arnold that a novel by Tolstoy is not a work of art but a piece of life; the Russian author Isaak Babel commented that, if the world could write by itself, it would write like Tolstoy. This episode includes a reading of Part One of “How Much Land Does a Man Need?”

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Episode 116: Amy Tan and "Two Kinds"

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2024/11/13

“Two Kinds” was published in 1989 as part of Amy Tan’s book The Joy Luck Club. The story is narrated by a Chinese-American woman, named Jing-mei, who is looking back on her upbringing in the United States. A closer look at the story reveals that ‘Two Kinds’ is about the relationship between parents and their children, and what motivates a ‘pushy parent’ to encourage their child into working hard to achieve something.

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Episode 115: Maya Angelou and "Mrs. Flowers"

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2024/11/04

American poet, memoirist, and actress Maya Angelou wrote several volumes of autobiography that explore the themes of economic, racial, and sexual oppression. She is perhaps best known for her autobiographical work "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" (1969). The book garnered critical acclaim and a National Book Award nomination. It is the first of Angelou’s six autobiographies and is widely taught in schools. But because of its themes, it has faced controversy.

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Episode 114: Langston Hughes: "Thank You, Ma'am"

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2024/10/28

Langston Hughes was a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural movement that celebrated African American cultural expressions. His work spanned various genres, including poetry, plays, novels, and newspaper columns, focusing on the African American experience. The episode includes a reading of his short story, “Thank You, Ma'am.” Comments or recommendations may be addressed through the podcast app or via email at aliterarycornucopiapodcast@gmail.com

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Episode 113: Ray Bradbury: A Master of Science...

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2024/10/17

Although often labeled a science fiction writer, Ray Bradbury himself noted that much of his work was fantasy, horror, or mystery, with "Fahrenheit 451" being his only true science fiction book. His work remains highly relevant in today's world due to its exploration of themes such as censorship, the suppression of dissenting ideas, and the impact of technology on society.

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Episode 112: F. Scott Fitzgerald: The Great Gatsby...

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2024/10/01

The term "Jazz Age" was made popular by F. Scott Fitzgerald himself. It refers to the 1920s, a period marked by significant cultural and social changes, particularly in the United States. Jazz music became the dominant sound of the era defining the cultural aspect. In Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby, Jazz music and "booze" was prevalent in the extravagant parties Jay Gatsby threw for his guests. Check out the following YouTube site for examples of the music and the "flappers" who danced to it

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Episode 111: Richard Connell and his "Most Dangerous...

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2024/09/16

Richard Connell began his career as a journalist at a young age, contributing to his father's newspaper, the Poughkeepsie News-Press. His story “The Most Dangerous Game” remains his most enduring work. The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell.pdf

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Episode 110: H.H. Munro (Saki) and "The Open Window"

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2024/09/02

H. H. Munro, British author and humorist, was a writer of the Edwardian era, a time of great social and economic change. Rapid industrialization, urbanization, and growing social unrest were changes that influenced Munro’s writings. His short story “The Open Window” is an anthology classic. https://americanliterature.com/author/hh-munro-saki/short-story/the-open-window/

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Episode 109: Charlotte Brontë's World Through the...

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2024/08/26

Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre is semi autobiographical. What does it tell us as readers of this author’s complex world? The orphan Jane Eyre experiences first hand the expectations of a society that is unsympathetic to females of her class. She finds love only to lose it abruptly. She achieves personal growth through her strong will and sense of independence. Jane Eyre goes beyond the gothic elements defining a woman's role during the late 18th century.

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Episode 108: Lewis Carroll - A Mad Tea Party

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2024/08/19

A Math and logic professor by day and an author by night. Who would have guessed that Charles Lutwidge Dodgson and Lewis Carroll were one and the same? Could these two personalities be more incompatible? Very shy and often bullied at school, this writer of the wonderful children’s book Alice in Wonderland also endured several illnesses, one of which left him deaf in one ear.

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Episode 107: J.R.R Tolkien: The Man Behind the Myth

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2024/08/05

J.R.R. Tolkien, the English writer and scholar achieved fame with his creative epic stories: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. He created detailed languages and rich mythology for Middle-earth, making it a believable and immersive world for readers. His works continue to inspire and influence writers, scholars, and readers around the world.

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Episode 106: C.S. Lewis: Influential...

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2024/07/23

C. S. Lewis was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and without a doubt one of the most influential writers of his day. He might be best known for “The Chronicles of Narnia" which is a series of seven high-fantasy novels, written between 1949 and 1954 and published from 1950 to 1956. The series is considered a classic of children's literature and has been adapted for radio, television, the stage, and film. He wrote over thirty books both fiction and non-fiction which

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Episode 105: Neil Gaiman: The Master of Modern Fantasy

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2024/07/09

For those into fantasy, horror, science fiction, and graphic novels, Neil Gaiman is the writer of choice. Influenced in part by C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Edgar Allan Poe, it is not surprising that his work has earned him fame.

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Episode 104: P.D. James: Crime Novelist

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2024/06/25

P.D. James made a significant contribution to the detective fiction genre. She began writing crime novels when she worked as senior administrator in the National Health Service (NHS). She had a very unique way of depicting the criminal mind. Her detective fiction was a reflection of society's fears, anxieties, and moral dilemmas during her time. Those have not changed much. This episode provides details of this crime novelist’s life. ~~A Literary Cornucopia--- Send in a voice message:

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