The Turmoil (eBook)

A Novel

Booth Tarkington (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
281 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766463076-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Turmoil," Booth Tarkington masterfully captures the tumult of early 20th-century American life through a vivid portrayal of societal change and personal conflict. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly modernizing Midwest, the novel explores themes of ambition, family dynamics, and class struggle, illustrating the intricate balance between personal desires and societal expectations. Tarkington's narrative is characterized by his rich, descriptive prose that immerses readers in the emotional complexity of his characters, all while employing a keen observational wit that is reflective of the era's shifting values. Booth Tarkington, an eminent figure in American literature and a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, drew on his own experiences growing up in Indianapolis to infuse "The Turmoil" with authenticity and depth. His literary career spanned various genres, but he often returned to the central theme of the American experience confronted by modernization. Through the lens of his Midwestern upbringing, Tarkington meticulously highlights the tension between tradition and progress, a struggle that resonates throughout the narrative. Readers seeking a profound understanding of American society during a critical transition will find "The Turmoil" both enlightening and engaging. Tarkington'Äôs exploration of human motivations and societal pressures makes this novel a timeless reflection on the challenges of navigating change. A compelling blend of character study and social commentary, this work is a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of American life.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 26.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 20th century fiction • American Industrial Revolution • American Literature • American society in literature • bildungsromans • Booth Tarkington • Character-driven novels • character-driven storytelling • Children of the rich • City and town life • Domestic fiction • Early 20th Century • Family dynamics exploration • Fiction • historical social critique • indiana authors • middle west • midwestern literature • pulitzer prize winner • Realistic dialogue • social change narrative • Social classes • societal commentary • Societal Upheaval • THE TURMOIL • Timeless Human Experience • Vivid descriptive prose • young men