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Tawil uncovers the unique voice of American literature

American literature has its roots in the genres introduced in the ancient European tradition—the novel, the epic poem, the short story—so how did it manage take on a personality of its own?

By Kate Welsh • December 9, 2009 at 10:19 AM

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On Tuesday night at the Heyman Center, Columbia English and American studies professors explored the style of English language.