Sinclair Lewis

Mantrap (eBook, ePUB)

A Gripping Tale of Greed, Corruption, and Moral Decay in 1920s America
Redaktion: Lewis, Sinclair

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Sinclair Lewis's "Mantrap" is a keenly observed narrative that delves into the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian wilderness. The novel employs a blend of incisive realism and satirical prose, hallmark traits of Lewis'Äôs literary style, to explore themes of love, desire, and the disillusionment of ambition. Through its depiction of an unconventional love triangle, the plot reveals the contradictions and struggles faced by its characters, reflecting the changing landscape of American morals during the 1920s. Lewis, a groundbreaking author and the first American to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, often drew inspiration from his own experiences living in small towns and engaging with the societal mores of his time. "Mantrap," published in 1926, showcases his acute awareness of the human condition and his tendency to critique the very fabric of American society. This work was undoubtedly influenced by Lewis'Äôs deep understanding of human motivations and a desire to unravel the underlying tensions within relationships and societal structures. Readers looking for a thought-provoking examination of interpersonal dynamics amidst an evocative setting will find "Mantrap" both engaging and enriching. Lewis'Äôs blend of keen social criticism and lyrical storytelling invites readers to reflect on their own lives while captivating them with the wilderness'Äôs untamed charm. Highly recommended for those interested in classic American literature and the evolution of social commentary.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 170
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. August 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338047625
• Artikelnr.: 70333995

Autorenporträt

Sinclair Lewis (February 7, 1885 - January 10, 1951) was an American novelist, short-story writer, playwright and social-critic. He was born in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, a small town with a population of 2800, most of which was Swedish and Norwegian. After receiving his bachelor's degree from Yale University in 1908, he started working in publishing houses and newspapers. He published his first book Hike and the Aeroplane in 1912. He published five books before the commercial success of Main Street which was published on October 23, 1920. The book sold 180,000 copies instantly and surpassed the 2 million mark within a few years. Lewis followed up this first great success with Babbitt (1922), a novel that satirized the American commercial culture and boosterism. His other publications are Arrowsmith (1925), Mantrap (1926), Elmer Gantry (1927), The Man Who Knew Coolidge (1928), and Dodsworth (1929). He wrote 24 novels, more than 70 short stories and several plays and poetry collections.Though the novel Main Street became a commercial success but did not win a Pulitzer Prize, which so disappointed Lewis that he declined the Pulitzer Prize when it was awarded to his novel Arrowsmith in 1925. Later in 1930 he accepted the Nobel Prize for Literature and became the first American to receive the award.