American Pastoral

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Philip Roth, a prominent twentieth-century author, was deeply influenced by his upbringing in Newark's Jewish community of Weequahic, which became a recurring setting in his works. His academic journey took him through Bucknell University and the University of Chicago, where he earned a scholarship for his M.A. in English Literature. Roth's rich background and experiences significantly shaped his literary voice and themes throughout his career.