They're entertaining (it's Science Fiction not friction)
Roald Dahl's stories first gained popularity through his children's books, such as "James and the Giant Peach" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." These books were well-received for their whimsical and imaginative writing style, as well as their colorful characters and engaging stories.
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Marv Albert gained popularity as a network broadcaster/sportscaster for various sports. Later in his career he gained infamy in a sexual scandal that included him cross-dressing.
He gained popularity for his stories and poems such as "The Ravine" but never won any awards and in truth didn't make that much money. Any awards that are attached to Edgar Allan Poe's stories or poems come from after his death. Fun fact, he only made $14 for the poem "The Ravine"
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People who are rude never win any popularity contests.
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In place of dynamite, emulsions gained popularity in the 1990s because of their water resistance and low density
Because the titanic was, at the time, the largest ship ever built. As it it was on its maiden (first) voyage, it hit an iceberg and sank. The stories about passengers on the ship and the ship itself are quite entertaining, which gained it a lot of popularity.
He fabricatesthe most believable untrue stories. That tall building has eighteen stories. Aesop's stories gained fame long ago.
of course it is, especially recently, when it has gained a lot of popularity amongst adolescents.
it gained popularity in the 50's and it is still popular today