Dorothy Parker

Dorothy Parker was an American writer, poet, and critic, renowned for her sharp wit and keen observations on the foibles of 20th-century urban life. Rising from a conflicted childhood, Parker achieved acclaim through her literary contributions to publications like The New Yorker and as a founding member of the influential Algonquin Round Table. Later, she transitioned to screenwriting in Hollywood, earning Oscar nominations, though her political activism ultimately led to her placement on the blacklist. Despite her own dismissiveness toward her reputation as a mere 'wisecracker,' her literary output and incisive commentary continue to resonate.