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The second tree from the corner comprises a mix of essays, poems, and short stories written by E. B. White. Most of the pieces originally appeared in The New Yorker magazine. The volume showcases White’s wit and his reflective style across diverse literary forms.
First publish date: 1954
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: E. B. White
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