Theodore Dreiser

A Hoosier holiday (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'A Hoosier Holiday' by Theodore Dreiser, the reader is transported to the heartland of America during the early 20th century. Dreiser's straightforward yet evocative prose captures the essence of the rural Midwest, painting a vivid picture of small-town life and the interactions between its inhabitants. The book's episodic structure and focus on everyday events reflect Dreiser's naturalistic approach to storytelling, emphasizing realism and social issues. Through his detailed descriptions and character studies, Dreiser provides a window into a bygone era that remains relevant today. 'A Hoosier Holiday' is a literary gem that showcases Dreiser's keen observations of human nature and society. Fans of regionalist literature and American realism will find much to appreciate in this captivating work.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 422
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339534377
• Artikelnr.: 68443739

Autorenporträt

Theodore Dreiser authored realistic portrayals of life in the United States. His two best known works are Sister Carrie and An American Tragedy, but he wrote over 15 other books-of fiction, travel, autobiography, poetry, plays, science and politics. Franklin Booth studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Art Student's League in New York. Best known for his intricate and precise drawings, he was a founder of the commercial art movement. His drawings appeared in magazines ranging from The Masses to Good Housekeeping. Douglas Brinkley, Director of the Eisenhower Center for Leadership Studies and Associate Professor of History at the University of New Orleans and NPR poetry editor, is the author of such award-winning books as Dean Acheson: The Cold War Years, 1953-1971, Driven Patriot: The Life and Times of James Forrestal (with Townsend Hoopes), and Majic Bus: An American Odyssey.