David Liss
David Liss
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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David Liss is a renowned American novelist and historian known for his meticulously researched historical fiction novels.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 15, 1966, in New York City, USA. No official records of death available.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American author and historian.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a family that valued literature and history, Liss developed an early interest in the craft of storytelling. He was particularly drawn to the works of authors like Dickens and Thackeray, whose historical novels would later influence his own writing style. After completing high school, Liss attended college at New York University (NYU), where he honed his skills as a writer.
Major Accomplishments
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Liss's breakthrough novel, Muskets, marked the beginning of his successful career in historical fiction. The novel was praised for its meticulous attention to historical detail and engaging narrative voice. This success was followed by The Coffee Trader (2001) and Company of Women (2002), both of which received critical acclaim.
Notable Works or Actions
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Liss's notable works include:
Muskets (1998): a historical novel set during the French Revolution.
The Coffee Trader (2001): explores the world of 17th-century Dutch trade and commerce.
* Company of Women (2002): delves into the lives of women in colonial America.
Impact and Legacy
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Liss's contributions to historical fiction have been instrumental in shaping the genre. His meticulous research, richly detailed settings, and engaging narrative voices have captivated readers worldwide. His writing often serves as a reminder that history is not just dates and events but also human experiences, struggles, and triumphs.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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David Liss's unique blend of historical accuracy and compelling storytelling has made him one of the most respected voices in the world of historical fiction. His dedication to research and his ability to bring history alive have earned him a loyal readership and critical acclaim.
Quotes by David Liss
You will act not on what your eyes and ears show you, but on what your mind thinks probable.
And it relieves me to learn that you are not trying to make friends,” the captain said, locking her hammerhead eyes on Ms. Price, “because no one likes you.
The less said about the things Steve ate for breakfast the better, though I will mention that the food did not want to be eaten, and Steve had to remove the singers before he could pop the things in his mouth.
Not anticipating I’d be on trial for my life, my mother hadn’t bothered to pack a suit for me. She was, by nature, an optimist.
He seemed a man whose youthful promise had yielded nothing but the feelings of failure that come with the advance of age. It is this moment in life, when the bounty of the future becomes the drudgery of the present, that all men fear, myself included, and for that reason I immediately felt a sympathy for this man.
Lucy absently thanked him and at once began to consider which among her gowns would be best suited for a midnight adventure to a gothic castle.
We are all driven by our passions, and our task is to know when to submit to them and when to resist.
I mean no disrespect to the gentlemen of the bench, but it is no secret that our system of justice, praised throughout Europe for its severity and its swiftness, is a terrible and fearful thing, and no man, guilty or innocent, wishes to stand before it.