Dos, Passos John
The 42nd Parallel (U.S.A.)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780618056811
- author:
- Dos, Passos John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Houghton Mifflin (Trade)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 15.24 x 2.29 x 20.57 centimetres
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The 42nd Parallel by John Dos Passos is a groundbreaking novel that offers a unique and captivating portrait of America during its most tumultuous period. Told through a combination of stories and newsreels, the lives of five characters become intertwined as they navigate the stormy landscape of early 20th-century America. Through the lens of this parallel, Dos Passos masterfully weaves together the threads of history, politics, and culture, bringing to life a cast of characters that includes notable figures from the time. As their stories unfold, the reader is transported to a world of rapid change and upheaval, where the likes of Eugene Debs, Thomas Edison, and Andrew Carnegie make appearances. With its innovative narrative structure and vivid prose, The 42nd Parallel is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in American history, literature, or culture.
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