A Separate Peace by John Knowles

John Knowles on A Separate Peace
In 1945, author John Knowles graduated from an exclusive New Hampshire boarding school called Exeter Academy. The school would later become the setting for his novel A Separate Peace, and many of the faculty and students would become models for the characters in his book. Read Knowles' reflections about the connections between his life and work. Then follow Knowles' example and write a short story set at your school, with characters similar to people you know.

I Have a Dream: Writings and Speeches That Changed the World by Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr.
Explore this comprehensive and informative site to learn about King's life and legacy. Be sure to click on In his own voice to hear audio clips from important speeches, including "I've Seen the Promised Land."

Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller

Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman
This NPR site celebrates writer Arthur Miller's, famous for his play "Death of a Salesman," life and work. Hear and read about Miller's accomplishments through the eulogies provided on this site.

The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams

The Mississippi Writers Page: Tennessee Williams
Tennessee Williams is just one of the Mississippi-born writers of which the University of Mississippi is justifiably proud. The English department at "Ole Miss" has put together an impressive site on Williams that includes a short introduction and biography, as well as a variety of resources and links for further study.