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Miss Lonelyhearts

Nathanael West's novella, "Miss Lonelyhearts," delves into the despair and disillusionment of the American urban experience during the 1930s. Through the form of a sardonic and tragic narrative, West follows the titular character, a newspaper advice columnist, who becomes increasingly overwhelmed by the heartfelt letters from readers seeking solace in an indifferent world. The book's expressionist style, marked by sharp wit and dark humor, captures the malaise and existential dread that permeate the lives of the lonely and disenfranchised, situating the text within the broader literary context of American modernism. West, a prominent figure of the 1930s literature, was driven by his keen observations of society's underbelly, often influenced by his own experiences in Hollywood and New York's artistic circles. His struggles with personal discontent and the tumultuous socio-economic climate of the Great Depression heavily inform the book's thematic exploration of alienation and the search for meaning in a fragmented society. "Miss Lonelyhearts" is a compelling read for those seeking to understand the complexities of human longing amid societal despondency. West's poignant insights and incisive prose resonate with contemporary issues of loneliness and disconnection, making this novella an enduring study of the human condition that remains relevant today.

E-bog

  • Udgivet: 16.8.2022

  • Sprog: engelsk

  • Udgiver: DigiCat

  • ISBN: 8596547184539


Forfatter:

  • Nathanael West

Format:

  • E-bog

Varighed:

  • 53 sider

Sprog:

engelsk

Kategorier:

  • Klassikere og poesi
  • Klassikere

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