E. L. Doctorow
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- E. L. Doctorow: A United States novelist, born in 1931. The name refers to the specific American author known for his historical fiction.
Usage
- The name "E. L. Doctorow" is used to refer to the author himself or his body of literary work.
- It functions as a proper noun and is typically not modified.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- I am reading a novel by E. L. Doctorow.
- E. L. Doctorow won the National Book Award for his novel "World's Fair".
- The lecture focused on the historical themes in E. L. Doctorow's writing.
Advanced Usage
- The initials "E. L." stand for "Edgar Lawrence." The full name is sometimes used in formal or biographical contexts.
- Edgar Lawrence Doctorow was known for blending history and fiction.
Variants and Related Words
- Doctorovian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of E. L. Doctorow's literary style or themes.
- The novel's Doctorovian narrative revisits pivotal moments in American history.
Synonyms
- Author
- Novelist
- Writer
Related Idioms or Phrases
- While there are no common idioms using the name, it is often associated with phrases like:
- In the style of Doctorow: Written in a manner reminiscent of his historical fiction technique.
- The new book is written in the style of Doctorow.
Noun
- United States novelist (born in 1931)