Saul Bellow

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Definition

Proper noun * Saul Bellow: A renowned American novelist and writer, born in Canada. His body of literary work is noted for its profound influence on American literature in the latter half of the 20th century, particularly following World War II. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The novel "Herzog" is considered one of Saul Bellow's masterpieces.
    • In his lecture, the professor discussed the urban intellectual themes in the works of Saul Bellow.
    • The Nobel Prize was awarded to Saul Bellow in 1976.
Advanced Usage
  • Bellow's prose: Refers specifically to the distinctive style and quality of his writing.
    • The complexity of Bellow's prose challenges and rewards the careful reader.
  • A Bellow novel: A common way to refer to any novel written by him.
    • Reading a Bellow novel provides deep insight into the modern American consciousness.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bellow, Saul: An alternative name order, often used in formal citations or bibliographies.
  • Bellovian (adj.): Pertaining to or characteristic of Saul Bellow or his works.
    • The essay explored the Bellovian hero's search for meaning.
Synonyms
  • Author: A general term for a writer of books.
  • Novelist: A writer of novels.
  • Literary figure: A person who is significant in the field of literature.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • (To have) a Bellow on the shelf: An informal phrase suggesting one owns or intends to read a substantial, intellectually demanding work by the author.
    • I finally have time to tackle that Bellow on my shelf.
Noun
  1. United States author (born in Canada) whose novels influenced American literature after World War II (1915-2005)

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