Similarities Between Lee And Truman Capote

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Harper Lee and Truman Capote are widely known for their literary works, and both have significantly impacted the success of the other. Sadly, bitterness and rivalry created tension within Lee and Capote’s friendship (Alter). According to “Harper Lee and Truman Capote: A Collaboration in Mischief” by Alexandra Alter, Capote was jealous of Lee’s success, while Lee was offended when Capote did not acknowledge her contribution to his novel In Cold Blood. Thus, the two became distant. June Woo and Waverly Jong, from The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan, have a strained relationship similar to that of Harper Lee and Truman Capote. They had the potential to become friends, both having similar backgrounds. However, June resents Waverly’s achievements and Waverly