The Modern Novel In America, 1900-1950

By FREDERICK J. HOFFMAN

Book Overview

The Modern Novel In America, 1900-1950 is a comprehensive study of the development of the American novel during the first half of the twentieth century. Written by Frederick J. Hoffman, an eminent literary critic and scholar, the book provides a detailed analysis of the major literary movements and trends that shaped American fiction during this period.The book begins with a brief overview of the literary scene in America at the turn of the century, highlighting the emergence of modernism and the impact of European literary movements on American writers. It then delves into the works of some of the most important writers of the era, including Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, William Faulkner, and John Steinbeck.Hoffman examines the themes, styles, and techniques of these writers, tracing the evolution of the American novel from the realism of the early twentieth century to the experimentation of the modernist and postmodernist periods. He also explores the social and cultural contexts in which these novels were written, highlighting the ways in which they reflected and shaped the concerns of their time.Throughout the book, Hoffman provides insightful and thought-provoking analysis of the novels he discusses, drawing on his deep knowledge of American literature and his keen critical eye. The Modern Novel In America, 1900-1950 is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and development of the American novel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163699888
• ISBN13: 9781163699881
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"