Andrew Lytle

Andrew Nelson Lytle (1902–1995) was a prominent American man of letters who contributed significantly to Southern literature and the Agrarian literary movement of the 20th century. Born in Tennessee, Lytle was deeply connected to the American South and its cultural heritage, which profoundly shaped his literary work. As both a creative writer and editor, he helped shape the direction of American literary criticism and fiction, serving as editor of The Sewanee Review for many years. His novels and short stories are characterized by their exploration of Southern history, rural life, and the complexities of human relationships within regional contexts. Lytle was also a founding member of the Fugitive group of poets, which included major literary figures of the era. His legacy as a writer, editor, and cultural commentator reflects his commitment to preserving and examining the literary traditions of the American South during a period of significant cultural change.