Reader in modern American Literature (the 40's - the 50's)

Discover the captivating characters within the pages of this vintage 1977 Soviet English book, "Reader in Modern American Literature." Uncover the quiet and steadfast, the loud and brash, and the eccentric and anachronistic voices of American literature in the forties and fifties, courtesy of the USSR.

Compiled by Dina Fedoseeva, Natalia Guterman, and Nihama Polonskaya, this practical guide is perfect for students delving into English and American literature. Part two of a 1974 (1977 2nd ed.) publication dedicated to the literature of 1917-1941, this anthology features excerpts from the works of renowned American prose writers, poets, and playwrights like Du Bois, Faulkner, Hemingway, Wilson, Cheever, Saxton, Lowenfels, Kerouac, Capote, McGrath, Ferlinghetti, Ginsberg, O’Hara, and Hansberry.

These carefully selected passages vividly recreate the evolving landscape of American literature during the 40’s and the 50’s. Ideal for students of foreign languages and anyone intrigued by contemporary American literature. Elevate your literary journey with this vintage gem.

Material: Paper, Hardcover
Title: "Reader in Modern American Literature"
Language: English
Publisher: Vysshaya Shkola (High School)
Condition: The book is like new.