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About Anatole Broyard
Anatole Broyard was an American literary critic, essayist, and editor known for his work at The New York Times. Born in 1920 in New Orleans, he moved to New York City to pursue a career in writing. Broyard's insightful literary criticism was highly regarded, and he played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape during the mid-20th century. His work often explored themes of race, identity, and culture in America.
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