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Family Sagas

A family saga follows one or several families over an extended period of time. In creating a family saga, authors are able to develop stories with intricate plots containing twists and secrets that are sure to captivate readers.

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Southern Gothic Literature

Southern Gothic is a style of writing practiced by many writers of the American South whose stories set in the region are characterized by grotesque, macabre or fantastic incidents.

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Understanding Cities

We live in an increasingly urbanized world, with over fifty percent of the world's population living in cities according to the United Nations, and the built environment has significant influence on our experiences and lives. The following books and resources investigate these influences, their histories, and their futures.

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