Ford Madox Ford

New York is Not America: Being a Mirror to the States (eBook, ePUB)

Reflections on American Society and Culture
Redaktion: Ford, Ford Madox

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "New York is Not America: Being a Mirror to the States," Ford Madox Ford offers a compelling exploration of the cultural and social dichotomies that define American identity in the early 20th century. With a keen focus on New York City as a microcosm of the United States, Ford employs a rich, impressionistic style that interweaves narrative and critique, revealing the complexities and contradictions inherent in the American experience. Published in the context of the post-World War I era, the work reflects the shifting perceptions of America'Äôs global standing and the burgeoning modernity that reshaped urban life. Ford Madox Ford, a prominent figure in modernist literature, was deeply influenced by his transatlantic experiences and political engagements. His Anglo-American perspective informed his critique of both American and British societies, encapsulating the tensions present in a society grappling with rapid change. Ford's relationships with other literary greats, as well as his personal journeys, have significantly shaped his observations and insights into the American landscape. This book is a crucial read for anyone interested in the complexities of American identity, urban culture, and modernist literature. Ford's eloquent prose and incisive observations challenge readers to reconsider the conventional narratives about America, making it an essential text for scholars and general readers alike.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 148
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. August 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066367275
• Artikelnr.: 62540034