Tag: literature

ON THIS DAY: Arthur Conan Doyle writes first Sherlock Holmes story (1886)

On 4 March 1886, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle began writing what would become one of the most iconic detective stories of all time: A...

ON THIS DAY: Literary icon John Steinbeck is born (1902)

On 27 February 1902 John Steinbeck (d. 1968), the renowned American writer whose powerful storytelling and social commentary cemented his place as one of...

Eight books that have been banned and why you should read them

Throughout history, books have been banned, censored, or even burned due to their content, themes, or perceived threats to society. However, such restrictions often...

ON THIS DAY: Toni Morrison is born (1931)

On this day, 18 February 1931, the world welcomed one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century—Toni Morrison. Born in Lorain,...

ON THIS DAY: Bertolt Brecht is born (1898)

On 10 February 1898, Bertolt Brecht, one of the most influential playwrights, poets, and theatre practitioners of the 20th century, was born in Augsburg,...

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