Alfred Kazin

Alfred Kazin was an American writer and literary critic whose work often depicted the immigrant experience in early twentieth-century America. His essays stemmed from a deep knowledge of history, literature, politics, and culture, expressed with great passion or disgust for what he was reading. Considered one of the "New York Intellectuals," Kazin held more moderate political views than many of his peers. His writing is characterized by a fervent engagement with the literary world and its societal implications.