Michigan Literary Luminaries:: From Elmore Leonard to Robert Hayden

Exploring the literary heritage of Michigan, this book highlights the influence of the "Third Coast" on renowned authors from Ernest Hemingway to Joyce Carol Oates. It delves into the life of Pulitzer Prize winner Theodore Roethke and examines the shared traits of Detroit crime writers Elmore Leonard and Donald Goines. Additionally, it discusses Dudley Randall's transformative impact on American poetry. Author Anna Clark weaves together history, literary criticism, and original reporting to showcase the state's vibrant literary culture.