The Last Round Up
By James Jones Literary Society
An edited transcript of the 1999 James Jones Literary Society Symposium features preeminent voices of the World War II literary generation honoring James Jones (1921-1977), author of "From Here to Eternity," "The Thin Red Line" and "Some Came Running," among other titles. Sharing insights and personal anecdotes are Budd Shulberg, Joseph Heller, Betty Comden, Norman Mailer, William Styron and Peter Matthiessen.
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"James Jones (1921-1977) was one of the most accomplished American authors of the World War II generation. He served in the U.S. Army from 1939 to 1944, and was present at the attack on Pearl Harbor, as well as the battle for Guadalcanal, where he was decorated with a Purple Heart and Bronze Star."
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The James Jones Literary Society
In 1992, an eclectic band or renowned scholars and individuals from James Jones’ hometown (Robinson, Illinois) started what is now called The James Jones Literary Society, which claims almost 200 members internationally. The Society aims to further appreciation for Jones’ writings and his other accomplishments that are significant to the study and appreciation of 20th century literature.
This book was edited by J. Michael Lennon, Kaylie Jones, Jerry Bayne and Laurie Loewenstein.
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KAYLIE JONES
We (members of the James Jones Literary Society) meet every year in different parts of the country. This year is a particular pleasure for me since this is where I live, and my father’s great friends are still in the neighborhood, so to speak. All I really wanted to say before we get started today is that the writers here today are truly the preeminent World War II figures of their generation, and some the most important writers we have in this country. For them to take the time on a 95-degree day to come here and speak about my father and their own WWII writings is an enormous, enormous honor. I can’t thank them enough for taking the time to do this for us. I am so pleased to see we almost already have a full house, and we have not even really begun yet. This is a wonderful, wonderful day for me.