Autor: Ernest Poole

Ernest Poole (1880-1950) was an American novelist and journalist, whose work offers a direct window into the socio-political landscape of early 20th-century America. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Poole was foundational in the literary movement that sought to narrate the complexities of social reform and the human condition within the country“s rapidly changing society. His most notable work, „His Family“ (1917), won the first-ever Pulitzer Prize for the Novel in 1918 and remains a key text in the exploration of urban life, the struggles of the middle class, and the dynamics of family relationships during this period. Poole“s narrative style is often recognized for its rich character development and insightful social commentary. A prolific writer, Poole harnessed his journalistic background to influence his fiction, writing for various publications, including The Saturday Evening Post and The New Republic, and using these platforms to amplify the progressive ideals that permeated his novels. Despite a moderately successful literary career, Poole“s works now occupy a more modest place in the canon of American literature, yet they serve as important artifacts for understanding the early 20th century American experience. Any comprehensive study of Poole“s work necessitates an examination of „His Family, “ an emblematic novel that captures the essence of a period marked by intense social evolution.