Dorothy Parker was an American writer and critic known for her wit and sharp observation of the society in which she lived.
Dorothy Parker was an American writer and critic known for her wit and sharp observation of the society in which she lived.
Born in 1893, Parker stood out as a member of the legendary Algonquin Round Table, a group of writers, critics, and actors who gathered to discuss art and culture.
Her biting style and wit made her a prominent figure in the literary scene of New York in the 1920s.
Parker is remembered for her short stories, poems, and critiques, as well as her involvement in the fight for civil rights and her political activism.
Her legacy endures as an icon of 20th-century American literature..