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Marching Men de Sherwood Anderson

Marching Men

Autor Sherwood Anderson
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First published in 1917, Marching Men sharply depicts the struggle of the American working class to adjust to the demands and pressures brought on by the Age of Mechanization. It is a powerful narrative about an age under assault by modern industrialization and corrupt labor practices. Anyone who wishes to know about this dynamic time in American history, should definitely read this exciting work. Apart from documenting a society in upheaval, the novel is a testimony to young men and women who had the courage to confront social and economic injustice. What is unique about the novel is how Sherwood Anderson addresses a major problem of the era without becoming didactic, Instead we register the change in America through the eyes of his young protagonist who reflects on the events from a troubled and compassionate perspective. This special edition also includes various photos and illustrations from the era in which the novel was written. They offer the reader snapshots of a period of transition that brought about changes Anderson saw as exciting but also as a threat to old established ways of life.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9781541337954
ISBN-10: 1541337956
Pagini: 194
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 10 mm
Greutate: 0.27 kg

Notă biografică

Sherwood Anderson (1876 -1941) was an American writer whose meticulous character development earned him recognition as a "writer's writer." Like a number of other famous writers such as Anton Chekhov, Charles Dickens, and Louisa May Alcott, Anderson's childhood and adolescence were marked by family hardship. When his father's business failed, the family moved frequently, and his mother became an alcoholic. As a result of these hardships, Anderson left school at the age of fourteen to help support the family finances. Anderson is best known for his short stories, particularly his collection published as Winesburg, Ohio (1919). His characters, whom he describes as "grotesques" in his first story, transform experiences into truths, which can be built-up, and once embraced, turn to falsehoods. He writes almost lovingly about his own collection of "grotesques," using a writing style often compared to his literary predecessor, William Dean Howells, as naturalism. Anderson invites the reader into his process as a writer, where he unfolds his characters' views of the world, intertwined as they are, in a small midwestern town. Anderson's appealing style influenced many other writers, including Willa Cather, Henry James, Ernest Hemingway, and William Faulkner, among others. His ability to delve into the human psyche and present characters with profound depth and empathy set him apart from many of his contemporaries. Sherwood Anderson: Winesburg, Ohio, 1919 While Winesburg, Ohio is not without its critics, it remains a beloved classic. Readers often find themselves engrossed in the lives of the characters and the vivid sketches narrated by George Willard. Anderson's narrative control is evident throughout the collection, prompting readers to reflect not only on the stories themselves but also on the man behind them. His ability to write with great empathy and insight into human nature has left a lasting impact on American literature. If you have not yet read Winesburg, Ohio, I encourage you to do so. Anderson's portrayal of small-town life and his exploration of the human condition offer a rich and rewarding reading experience.