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Gertrude Stein was a central figure in Modernist literature, known for her Parisian salons that gathered avant-garde artists and writers. Her works, like 'Three Lives' and 'Tender Buttons', introduced experimental narrative forms and language, influencing the literary landscape. Stein's unique autobiography of Alice B. Toklas offers insights into the cultural milieu of their time.
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Gertrude Stein was born on February 3, 1874, in Allegheny, Pennsylvania and was raised in Oakland, California after her parents' death
Radcliffe College
Stein studied under the psychologist William James at Radcliffe College
Johns Hopkins Medical School
Stein briefly attended Johns Hopkins Medical School but did not complete her degree
Stein spent significant time in Europe during her formative years
In 1903, Stein moved to Paris with her brother Leo
In Paris, Stein met her lifelong partner, Alice B. Toklas
27 rue de Fleurus
Stein's home at 27 rue de Fleurus became the site of her renowned salons, which brought together leading figures of the Modernist movement
Avant-garde artists and writers
Stein's salons hosted avant-garde artists and writers, including Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, and Ernest Hemingway, and were instrumental in the development of Modernist literature
Stein's literary works broke from conventional narrative and linguistic norms
Three Lives
Stein's first significant publication, "Three Lives" (1909), explored the lives of three working-class women and is noted for its use of a distinct narrative voice
Tender Buttons
"Tender Buttons" (1914) is a collection of prose poems that employs a Cubist approach to language
The Making of Americans
"The Making of Americans" (1925) is a lengthy, complex work that delves into the essence of identity and experience, employing Stein's signature repetitive style and emphasis on the present tense
"The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas" (1933) is one of Stein's most famous works, written in the voice of her partner and providing a vivid account of the Parisian avant-garde and their life together
Stein's patronage and friendships with artists like Picasso and Matisse enriched her understanding of modern art and contributed to the evolution of their work
Stein's salons provided a platform for intellectual exchange and artistic collaboration, making her a key figure in the development of Modernist aesthetics and thought
Stein's distinctive writing style, marked by its rhythmic repetition and exploration of consciousness, has left a lasting impact on the literary world
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In 1903, ______ ______ relocated to ______ with her brother ______, and it was there she met her lifelong companion, ______ _ ______.
Gertrude Stein
Paris
Leo
Alice B. Toklas
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Gertrude Stein's salon location
Parisian apartment - hub for avant-garde artists/writers.
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Artists featured in Stein's home
Picasso, Matisse, Cézanne - modern masterpieces displayed.
