Harold Frederic

The Market-Place (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Harold Frederic's novel, The Market-Place, explores the clash between traditional agrarian values and the rising industrialization in 19th century America. Through a vivid portrayal of small-town life and the challenges faced by its characters, Frederic delves into themes of social change, economic upheaval, and the impact of progress on community dynamics. The novel's rich prose and attention to detail provide a realistic backdrop for the characters' struggles, making it a noteworthy piece of American literary realism. Frederic's narrative style offers a critical commentary on the human condition and the complexities of navigating societal shifts during a period of rapid transformation. Harold Frederic, a seasoned journalist and novelist, drew inspiration for The Market-Place from his own experiences growing up in upstate New York amidst a changing industrial landscape. His keen observations of human behavior and society's evolution inform the novel's compelling storyline and character development. Frederic's background in journalism lends authenticity to his portrayal of the historical context in which the novel is set, adding depth and credibility to his narrative. I highly recommend The Market-Place to readers interested in historical fiction, American realism, and social commentary. Frederic's insightful exploration of the tensions between tradition and progress makes this novel a compelling and thought-provoking read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of society's transitions in the face of industrialization.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 345
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664625342
• Artikelnr.: 58561675

Autorenporträt

Harold Frederic was an American author and reporter who was born August 19, 1856, and died October 19, 1898. In the Valley (1890), The Damnation of Theron Ware (1896), and The Market Place (1899) are some of his works. Frederick Harold was born on August 19, 1856, in Utica, New York. His parents were Presbyterian. He went to the Methodist church, but he wasn't sure about faith in general. Frederic became interested in photography and writing early on. When Frederic was 18 months old, his father died in a train accident. His mother raised him most of the time after that. He finished school when he was fifteen years old and started working as a photographer right away. At home and in Boston, he worked as a picture touch-up artist for four years. He started working as a checker for The Utica Herald and then The Utica Daily Observer in 1875. Frederic went on to work as a writer. He got married to Grace Green Williams in 1877 and had five kids with her. In 1882, he was in charge of The Albany Evening Journal, a newspaper in the state capital of New York.