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Martha Foley Carries On American Short Story Tradition
A literary obituary and profile praising Martha Foley and her role in continuing Edward O Brien’s legacy. The piece notes writers Kay Boyle Vardis Fisher and Clara Laidlaw, mentions Willian Paulkner and Saroyan, and hints at Foley's influence in shaping American short stories. It references Oxford Mississippi roots and upcoming works including a novel.
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Obrien
America
Kay Boyle Sprevel
Willian Paulkner
Vardis Fisher
Paul Howan
Tourette MacDufie Knight
San Antonio
Little Black Boys
Clara Laidlaw
Atantic Monthly
Saroyan
Sesin