1. WILLIAM FAULKNER
September 25,1897-July 6, 1962

2. Faulkner was considered one of the most important writers
of Southern literature of the United States

3. Writing Style
 Closely relates to actual events
 Family relationships played an integral part in
his writings
 Very symbolic style
 Used many words to portray vivid details
 Very emotional

4. Most Acclaimed Stories
 “A Rose for Emily”
 “Red Leaves”
 “That Evening Sun”
 “Dry September”

5. Accomplishments
 Worked in a variety of media
 He wrote novels, short stories, a
play, poetry, essays and screenplays
 He was awarded the Nobel Prize at age 52