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Sinclair Lewis (February 7, 1885 – January 10, 1951) was an American novelist, short-story writer, and playwright. In 1930, he became the first American to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, "for his vigorous and graphic art of description and his ability to create, with wit and humor, new types of characters." His works are known for their insightful and critical views of American society and capitalist values, as well as their strong characterizations of modern working women. Born... full article at wikipedia
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  • Feb 7, 1885
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  • Jan 10, 1951
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  • Sep 23, 1936
  • Sep 27, 1947
  • Jul 7, 1960
  • Jul 24, 1926
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  • 0140189017
  • 0803279434
  • 0451526910
  • 0899664024
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  • 1930
  • "for his vigorous and graphic art of description and his ability to create, with wit and humour, new types of characters"
  • 1926