William Dean Howells 
The Garotters [EPUB ebook] 
Unveiling social inequalities and moral dilemmas in mid-19th century Boston

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In ‘The Garotters, ‘ William Dean Howells masterfully explores themes of social morality and the complexities of human behavior in a rapidly changing society. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, the novella employs a realist literary style, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a profound psychological insight into the characters’ motivations. Howells vividly portrays the tensions of urban life and class disparities, using the phenomenon of garotting’Äîan act of strangulation by street criminals’Äîas a metaphor for the suffocating nature of societal pressures and the struggle for survival within modernity. William Dean Howells, often regarded as the ‘Dean of American Letters, ‘ was a pivotal figure in the development of American realism. His experiences as a journalist, editor, and playwright, alongside his firm belief in the social responsibility of literature, informed his portrayal of contemporary issues. Howells’s commitment to representing the truth of American life, combined with his own middle-class background, shaped ‘The Garotters’ as a critique of both moral and ethical dilemmas faced by individuals in a rapidly industrializing world. Readers looking to delve into the intricate social dynamics of 19th-century America will find ‘The Garotters’ to be a compelling and thought-provoking read. This novella not only exemplifies Howells’s narrative skill but also invites reflection on the moral complexities that persist in contemporary society. Its rich character development and poignant observations make it an essential work for anyone interested in the evolution of American literature and its social commentary.

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Ngôn ngữ Anh ● định dạng EPUB ● Trang 153 ● ISBN 4064066144180 ● Kích thước tập tin 0.7 MB ● Nhà xuất bản Good Press ● Thành phố Prague ● Quốc gia CZ ● Được phát hành 2019 ● Có thể tải xuống 24 tháng ● Tiền tệ EUR ● TÔI 7515170 ● Sao chép bảo vệ DRM xã hội

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