Thomas Wolfe
You Can't Go Home Again
- ISBN 13:
- 9781451650495
- author:
- Thomas Wolfe
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Scribner Book Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 638
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.5 x 3.6 cm
- Genre:
- Classics Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A sweeping portrait of America and Europe from the Great Depression through to World War II, this novel by Thomas Wolfe is both a story of a young writer's quest for success and a powerful exploration of identity. Driven by dreams of literary fame, George Webber leaves his provincial hometown to make a name for himself in New York City, where his first novel brings him both acclaim and censure from those back home. As he navigates the complexities of his artistic identity, Webber embarks on a journey that takes him to London and Berlin, amidst a world plagued by political uncertainty. Through his experiences, Wolfe reveals the capacity for optimism and renewal in the face of change, as Webber comes to understand that one can never fully return to the past. This thought-provoking novel is a timeless exploration of the human condition, offering insights into the complexities of identity, community, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world.
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