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829 pages • first pub 1957 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781883011284
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Library of America
Publication date: Not specified
This collection of Nathanael West's writings is a treasure trove for readers who revel in the complexities of the human condition, the darker side of the American Dream, and the seedy underbelly of Hollywood's golden age, making it a perfect fit for those who appreciate literary fiction that is both poignant and unflinching in its portrayal of the human experience.
Description
Library of America offers the most complete collection ever published of Nathanael West's writings. Along with the four novels for which he is famous, this authoritative collection gathers stories, poetry, essays and plays, film scripts and treatm...
Community Reviews
Moods
dark: 70%
reflective: 50%
tense: 40%
emotional: 35%
sad: 35%
funny: 20%
challenging: 10%
adventurous: 5%
mysterious: 5%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal cruelty, Child death, Sexual assaultModerate
Child abuse, Homophobia, RacismMinor
Rape, Alcoholism, Sexism
829 pages • first pub 1957 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781883011284
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Library of America
Publication date: Not specified
This collection of Nathanael West's writings is a treasure trove for readers who revel in the complexities of the human condition, the darker side of the American Dream, and the seedy underbelly of Hollywood's golden age, making it a perfect fit for those who appreciate literary fiction that is both poignant and unflinching in its portrayal of the human experience.
Description
Library of America offers the most complete collection ever published of Nathanael West's writings. Along with the four novels for which he is famous, this authoritative collection gathers stories, poetry, essays and plays, film scripts and treatm...
Community Reviews
Moods
dark: 70%
reflective: 50%
tense: 40%
emotional: 35%
sad: 35%
funny: 20%
challenging: 10%
adventurous: 5%
mysterious: 5%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal cruelty, Child death, Sexual assaultModerate
Child abuse, Homophobia, RacismMinor
Rape, Alcoholism, Sexism