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The American Dream and the Popular Novel

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Elizabeth Long

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256 Seiten
9 Lesestunden

Kunst & Kultur
Lehrbücher
Sozialwissenschaften
Über Literatur
Universitätslehrbücher

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Exploring bestselling novels from 1945 to 1975, the book analyzes how concepts of success and the American dream have evolved. By examining a diverse range of genres, including historical sagas and serious literature by notable authors like Updike and Steinbeck, Elizabeth Long reveals a nuanced transformation in societal values. The work challenges the interpretations of leading social critics, highlighting a more intricate understanding of what constitutes a good life in American culture.