Norman Mailer
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Norman Mailer: A United States writer, born in 1923. He was a prominent and influential American novelist, journalist, essayist, playwright, and filmmaker, known for his innovative literary style and engagement with major social and political issues of 20th-century America.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The works of Norman Mailer often explored the complexities of American power and masculinity.
- We are studying post-war American literature, focusing on authors like Norman Mailer and Joan Didion.
- "The Naked and the Dead" is a famous novel by Norman Mailer.
Advanced Usage
- Referring to a body of work or a characteristic style:
- The film attempted to capture the gritty, journalistic realism of Norman Mailer.
- His prose has been described as Maileresque, echoing the intense, participatory style of Norman Mailer.
Variants and Related Words
- Maileresque (adjective): Resembling or characteristic of the style or themes of Norman Mailer.
- The article was a piece of Maileresque New Journalism.
Synonyms
- Author
- Novelist
- Journalist (specifically referring to his work in New Journalism)
- Literary figure
Note: As a proper noun referring to a specific individual, true synonyms are not applicable. The terms listed are descriptive of his profession.
Noun
- United States writer (born in 1923)