Doctorow, E
World's Fair
- ISBN 13:
- 9780812978209
- author:
- Doctorow, E
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House Trade
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 13.2 x 1.7 x 20.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction - Historical
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
World's Fair A Novel by E.L. Doctorow is a mesmerizing tale of a boy's coming-of-age set against the vibrant backdrop of 1939 New York City.
In this captivating novel, Doctorow masterfully weaves together the threads of a young boy's life, exploring the tensions between reality and dreams, as he navigates the challenges of growing up amidst the city's rapidly changing landscape. With exquisite detail, Doctorow brings to life a bygone era, where horse-drawn wagons and hurdy-gurdy men still thrive alongside the hum of modernity.
This beautifully rendered novel is a poignant exploration of innocence lost and the resilience of the human spirit, as one boy must surrender his childhood to face the harsh realities of adulthood. A truly wonderful reading experience, World's Fair A Novel is a book that will leave you dazed and moved by its vivid portrayal of a long-forgotten world.