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One of the important tourist destinations in Oxford – Mississippi, USA is the house belonging to the acclaimed novelist William Faulkner. Nestled in Bailey Woods, a 30 acre forested expanse, the William Faulkner House or more popularly The Rowan Oak is where the famous author wrote a large chunk of his celebrated works.
A Nobel Laureate and a Pulitzer-prize winner (for his novel – Fable), William Faulkner had a great impact on the national and global literary scene. He occupied the home until his death and even today visitors can have an exact view of his residence as it was in 1962 – the year of his death.
The massive primeval Greek revival building colored in white has cedars and hardwood surroundings that make for captivating exteriors. Once inside, tourists can view the office that has a writing desk and Underwood typewriter, both used by the author in writing some of the most admired literary works in the world.
Declared as a National Historic Landmark in 1968, the building has been through several renovations with the latest one completed in 2005. Rowan Oak was transferred to the University of Mississippi in 1972 by the author’s daughter to ensure that everyone who loved the works of William Faulkner would get to know more about his life and creativity. More than 20,000 tourists visit this destination annually.
- Address: 719 Garfield Road,
Oxford, MS 38655
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