Babbitt: Tarina amerikkalaisesta miehestä, hänen perheestään ja ainoasta ystävyydestään
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Language: FinnishPublished:
Authors:
- Lewis, Sinclair
1885 - 1951
- Voionmaa, Eino
1872 - 1928
About this book
In an era marked by rapid industrialization and shifting social norms, Sinclair Lewis's "Babbitt: Tarina amerikkalaisesta miehestä, hänen perheestään ja ainoasta ystävyydestään" delves into the life of George F. Babbitt, a quintessential middle-class American. As he grapples with the pressures of conformity and the pursuit of the American Dream, themes of social status and personal authenticity emerge vividly. This incisive narrative explores the tension between individual desires and societal expectations, highlighting Babbitt's struggles with friendship and family. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this novel offers a critical lens on American identity and the complexities of modern life, inviting readers to reflect on the essence of true fulfillment amidst societal constraints.
