Barry Hannah
1942 - 2010
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Biography
Barry Hannah was an American author born in 1942 in Mississippi. He was a prominent figure in Southern literature, known for his unique writing style that blended dark humor, gritty realism, and poetic language. Hannah published numerous novels and short stories, including 'Geronimo Rex' and 'Airships,' which earned him critical acclaim and a cult following among literary enthusiasts. Throughout his career, he taught creative writing at various universities and mentored aspiring writers, leaving a lasting impact on the literary world with his distinctive voice and uncompromising storytelling.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I take the parts I remember and stitch them back together to make a creature that will do what I say or love me back.
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Storytelling is an ancient art, a timeless act that is at the core of human existence.
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Writers are gods with empty churches and we are the priests who still believe. Bless us, don't mess with us.
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It's not my way to rock the boat. Just the opposite, actually. I invoke riots, gas bombs, snipers - anything to get this stagnation out of the way.
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Writing is a series of accidents. It's retribution of a god. It's a trick of nature. It's the wind and the sun and the rain falling on you.