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NYT Daily • August 10, 2025

Novelist James

Answer:

AGEE

Hint:

This Pulitzer-winning writer also documented Depression-era tenant farmers in "Let Us Now Praise Famous Men."

Explanation:

The clue "Novelist James" refers to James Agee, a well-known American writer. His last name, "Agee," fits the answer length and is a straightforward reference to his literary contributions. The clue relies on recognizing his name rather than any wordplay or puns. If you're familiar with classic American literature, this should be an easy solve.

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