Alice Adams Alice Adams (Garden City, N.Y., 1921) is one of several novels written by Hoosier author . Tarkington depicted an Indianapolis… Read More »Alice Adams
As Sounding Brass As Sounding Brass (New York City, 1964) is a novel written by Indianapolis attorney and Civil War expert . Published… Read More »As Sounding Brass
Bobbs-Merrill Company The firm’s roots can be traced to a bookstore opened by in 1850. There has been some dispute over that… Read More »Bobbs-Merrill Company
Sarah T. Bolton (Dec. 18, 1814-Aug. 4, 1893). Born Sarah Tittle Barrett at Newport Barracks, Kentucky, she moved with her family to Indiana… Read More »Sarah T. Bolton
Book Trade Since the middle of the 19th century, Indianapolis has had important associations with the book world—for its publishers, book designers,… Read More »Book Trade
Ignatius Brown (Aug. 11, 1831-July 8, 1903). A native of Indianapolis, Brown received his early education at the Marion County Seminary. Upon… Read More »Ignatius Brown
David Laurance Chambers (Jan. 12, 1879-Jan. 12, 1963). Born in Washington, D.C., David Laurance Chambers graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa… Read More »David Laurance Chambers
Children’s Literature Indianapolis has long been a center for children’s literature, primarily because of the activities and influence of the . The… Read More »Children’s Literature
George S. Cottman (May 10, 1857-May 18, 1941). George S. Cottman was born in Indianapolis on the square opposite the Indiana Statehouse. His… Read More »George S. Cottman
The Desperate Hours The Desperate Hours is a popular novel, play, and movie written by Indianapolis native Joseph Hayes. A playwright, novelist, and… Read More »The Desperate Hours
