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American fiction writer
William Weaks Morriswas an American writer and editor born in Jackson, Mississippi, though his family later moved to Yazoo City, Mississippi, which he immortalized in his works of prose. Morris’ trademark was his lyrical prose style and reflections on the American South, particularly the Mississippi Delta.
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William Weaks Morriswas an American writer and editor born in Jackson, Mississippi, though his family later moved to Yazoo City, Mississippi, which he immortalized in his works of prose. Morris’ trademark was his lyrical prose style and reflections on the American South, particularly the Mississippi Delta. In 1967 he became the youngest editor of Harper’s Magazine. He wrote several works of fiction and nonfiction, including his seminal book North Toward Home, as well as My Dog Skip.
2 Quotes by Willie Morris
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His claim to his home is deep, but there are too many ghosts. He must absorb without being absorbed.
Willie MorrisAmerican novelist and screenwriter (1934-1999)
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When a writer knows home in his heart, his heart must remain subtly apart from it.
Willie MorrisAmerican novelist and screenwriter (1934-1999)