Kenneth Fearing’s Inter-War Social Capital Network
Biographers have portrayed Kenneth Fearing as a cynical, reclusive writer defined by political ambiguity and personal struggles. This article challenges that narrative, emphasizing a vibrant social network as the driving force behind his literary identity. Rather than a committed ideologue, Fearing...
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| Language: | English |
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European Association for American Studies
2025-06-01
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| Series: | European Journal of American Studies |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.openedition.org/ejas/23735 |
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| Summary: | Biographers have portrayed Kenneth Fearing as a cynical, reclusive writer defined by political ambiguity and personal struggles. This article challenges that narrative, emphasizing a vibrant social network as the driving force behind his literary identity. Rather than a committed ideologue, Fearing was a well-liked figure whose friendship was sought after by a wide range of individuals. Connections to leftist literary social circles opened doors for publication, yet creative expression remained the central focus more than political engagement. This study presents a more nuanced, dynamic image by reconstructing his social capital network. Far from an isolated pessimist, Fearing was an engaged, connected writer embedded in New York’s modernist scene. |
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| ISSN: | 1991-9336 |