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Many twentieth-century writers
were born in Mississippi or have spent an important part of
their lives in the state. Some of these Mississippi
writers are world famous while others are up-and-coming
authors with a first novel that is getting much attention. Others
are poets, short story writers, dramatists, essayists, or writers
of historical novels or memoirs. Many have had movies made based
on their work. All have contributed to the literary and cultural
heritage of Mississippi. This web site, originally researched
by the students of Starkville High School in Starkville, Mississippi,
is now being updated.
In addition, Mississippi has a unique musical heritage. The
original information researched by the students at Starkville
High School has been retained but is being updated.
Musicians who are native to Mississippi or who have
spent a significant part of their lives in the state of
Mississippi are included. Their music may be blues, country,
classical, gospel, rock 'n' roll, rhythm and blues, rap
or popular.
This site has also now added Mississippi
artists and Mississippi
actors to its list of talented Mississippians. |