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British writer, novelist, and cultural critic. Author of four works of non-fiction, including "To the River," "The Trip to Echo Spring," "The Lonely City," and "Everybody." Also known for her essay collection "Funny Weather" and novel "Crudo." Recipient of the Windham-Campbell Literature Prize and the James Tait Black Memorial Prize.

American writer and mountaineer. Author of bestselling non-fiction books, including "Into the Wild," "Into Thin Air," "Under the Banner of Heaven," and "Where Men Win Glory: The Odyssey of Pat Tillman."

Author born in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Paternal grandfather immigrated from Santa Clara, Cuba to the United States and worked in the United States Patent Office.

Singer, songwriter, poet, painter, and author. Influential component of the New York City punk rock movement with her debut album "Horses".

English poet, historical novelist, and critic. Known for his poems, translations, innovative analysis of Greek myths, memoir of his early life, and speculative study of poetic inspiration. Renowned short story writer.