Main Street
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Language: EnglishPublished:
Authors:
- Lewis, Sinclair
1885 - 1951
About this book
In the early 20th century, America grappled with the tension between tradition and progress, a backdrop vividly portrayed in Sinclair Lewis's "Main Street." This incisive novel critiques the suffocating conformity of small-town life, as experienced by Carol Milford, an idealistic woman striving to infuse her community with culture and vitality. Through her journey, Lewis examines the pervasive mediocrity and resistance to change that characterize Gopher Prairie, revealing the stark contrast between individual aspirations and societal expectations. Ideal for students and civic activists, "Main Street" invites readers to reflect on the complexities of community and identity, challenging them to consider the balance between personal fulfillment and collective norms. Discover the unyielding spirit of one woman against the tide of complacency.
