Frank Norris

The Pit A Story Of Chicago (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The Pit: A Story of Chicago is a gripping tale of ambition, greed, and corruption set in the bustling metropolis of Chicago during the late 19th century. Written by Frank Norris, one of the most renowned writers of his time, this novel is a masterful exploration of the forces that shape our lives and the consequences of our actions.
At the center of the story is Curtis Jadwin, a young and ambitious wheat trader who becomes embroiled in the ruthless world of commodity trading. Jadwin is driven by a desire to succeed, but as he rises to the top of the industry, he finds himself caught in a web of deception and betrayal.
As Jadwin navigates the cutthroat world of the Chicago commodity exchange, he becomes embroiled in a bitter rivalry with another trader, James Coombe. Coombe is a ruthless businessman who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, and Jadwin soon finds himself locked in a battle for survival.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Muhammad Humza
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Januar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9791222062105
• Artikelnr.: 67428084

Autorenporträt

Frank Norris (1870-1902) was an American novelist and journalist known for his realistic and naturalistic writing style. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, and raised in a family with a strong literary background. Norris studied at the University of California, Berkeley, and later attended Harvard University. Norris is best remembered for his novels that depicted the social issues and struggles of his time. His most notable work is "The Octopus: A Story of California" (1901), a sprawling epic that explores the conflicts between wheat farmers and the powerful railroad monopolies in California. The novel is considered a classic of American literature and is often associated with the naturalist literary movement. Tragically, Norris's writing career was cut short when he died at the age of 32 due to complications from appendicitis. Despite his short life, he left a lasting impact on American literature, influencing later writers such as Upton Sinclair and Theodore Dreiser. His works continue to be celebrated for their realism, vivid portrayals of the human condition, and insightful social commentary.