<p>"The Seven Stairs" offers a captivating glimpse into the vibrant intellectual life of 20th-century Chicago. In this compelling memoir, Stuart Brent chronicles his experiences within the city's literary circles. Part biography, part cultural history, and part collection of insightful essays, "The Seven Stairs" paints a vivid portrait of a bygone era. Explore the author's unique perspective on the personalities and ideas that shaped Chicago's identity as a hub for thought and creativity. This meticulously prepared edition ensures that Brent's reflections on culture, literature, and life resonate with enduring clarity. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ideas and the development of a major American city.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>