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The memoir captures Matt Cohen's reflections on his writing journey during his final months, blending humor and brilliance. It chronicles his significant contributions to Canadian literature, including co-founding the Writers' Union and advocating for public lending rights. As a translator of Quebec writers, Cohen navigated the complexities of cultural identity as a Jewish intellectual in a predominantly WASPish landscape. His legacy reveals his role as a vital link for many in the literary community, highlighting his impact on both writers and readers in Canada.
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Typing: A Life in Twenty-Six Keys, Matt Cohen
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- 2000
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- Title
- Typing: A Life in Twenty-Six Keys
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Matt Cohen
- Publisher
- Random House of Canada
- Publisher
- 2000
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9780679310501
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The memoir captures Matt Cohen's reflections on his writing journey during his final months, blending humor and brilliance. It chronicles his significant contributions to Canadian literature, including co-founding the Writers' Union and advocating for public lending rights. As a translator of Quebec writers, Cohen navigated the complexities of cultural identity as a Jewish intellectual in a predominantly WASPish landscape. His legacy reveals his role as a vital link for many in the literary community, highlighting his impact on both writers and readers in Canada.