The American Earthquake by Edmund Wilson (1958), Doubleday Anchor Books, Hardcover with Dust Jacket
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Product Description
Experience the pulse of a nation in turmoil with The American Earthquake, where Edmund Wilson masterfully captures the drama, satire, and reality of the Great Depression.
Summary
Through the lens of 1930 and 1931, Edmund Wilson presents an extraordinary chronicle of America during the Great Depression. Originally published as a series of articles, this collection paints a vivid portrait of a society in crisis. From dramatic reportage to biting satire, Wilson’s prose immerses you in the despair, resilience, and upheaval of the era.
In addition to these riveting narratives, the book includes a selection of Wilson’s non-literary works, blending criticism, fiction, and journalism to create a powerful mosaic of Depression-era America.
Specifications:
- Title: The American Earthquake
- Author: Edmund Wilson
- Publication Date: 1958
- Publisher: Doubleday Anchor Books
- Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
- Pages: 576
- Dimensions: 8 x 5 x 2 inches
- Language: English
- Condition: Wear on dust jacket; signed in pen by a previous owner.
About the Author: Edmund Wilson
Edmund Wilson (1895 to 1972) was one of America’s most eminent literary critics and writers. Renowned for his incisive and eloquent prose, Wilson often wrote with greater clarity and brilliance than the authors he critiqued.
His work offers unparalleled insight into the cultural and social currents of the 1920s and 1930s, particularly during the Great Depression.
A Chronicle Worth Revisiting
Step back into one of the most tumultuous eras of American history with The American Earthquake. Whether you’re a history buff, a literary enthusiast, or simply intrigued by the human stories behind seismic societal shifts, this book promises to captivate.
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This 1958 Doubleday Anchor Books hardcover in its dust jacket suits a reader who keeps a shelf of Depression era American history. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.
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