In the future, when the only variation in accents may come from differences in software brands, Welty's novels and tales will serve as indisputable proof that the world was not always just one big place. One can hope only that she will not be missed, but rather perpetually rediscovered.

Originally posted Aug 03, 2001 Published in issue #607 Aug 03, 2001 Order article reprints
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