Wright Morris was an American novelist, photographer, and essayist renowned for his evocative portrayals of the Great Plains and its inhabitants. His literary career spanned several decades, marked by innovative narrative techniques and a deep engagement with regional identity. Among his most celebrated works, "The Field of Vision" earned the National Book Award in 1956, while his final novel, "Plains Song," received the American Book Award in 1981.
Morris distinguished himself through a unique blend of writing and photography, often capturing the essence of Midwestern life in both mediums. His works frequently explored themes of memory, place, and the passage of time, reflecting his own roots in Nebraska. Beyond fiction, he contributed essays and critical works that further cemented his reputation as a thoughtful observer of American culture. His legacy endures as a testament to the power of regional storytelling and artistic experimentation.
Nebraska Trilogy Books
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Title
Year
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1
The Inhabitants
1946
2
The Home Place (With: John Hollander)
1948
3
The World in the Attic
1949
Standalone Novels
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Title
Year
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1
My Uncle Dudley
1942
2
The Man Who was There
1945
3
Man and Boy
1951
4
The Deep Sleep
1953
5
The Field of Vision
1956
6
Love Among the Cannibals
1957
7
Ceremony in Lone Tree
1960
8
Cause for Wonder
1963
9
One Day
1965
10
The Territory Ahead
1978
11
What a Way to Go
1979
12
Plains Song
1980
Short Stories/Novellas
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Title
Year
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1
Fire Sermon
1971
2
A Life
1973
3
The Fork River Space Project
1977
4
War Games
1978
Non-Fiction Books
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Title
Year
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1
God's Country and My People
1968
2
A Bill of Rites, A Bill of Wrongs, A Bill of Goods