THE MAKING OF AMERICANS (Family Saga)

THE MAKING OF AMERICANS (Family Saga)

by Gertrude Stein
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 05/05/2017

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Gertrude Stein's novel, 'The Making of Americans,' is a sprawling family saga that delves into the complexities of American identity and the evolution of a family over several generations. Stein's unconventional writing style, characterized by repetitive language and stream-of-consciousness narration, challenges traditional literary norms and offers a unique exploration of characters and their relationships. Set against the backdrop of a changing America, the novel captures the essence of the American experience, addressing themes of identity, belonging, and the pursuit of the American dream. Stein's pioneering narrative techniques and abstract prose make 'The Making of Americans' a groundbreaking work of modernist literature that continues to captivate readers with its innovative approach to storytelling. Gertrude Stein, a key figure in the modernist literary movement, drew from her own experiences and observations of American society to craft 'The Making of Americans.' Stein's background as an expatriate artist living in Paris and her relationships with other notable writers and artists influenced her unique perspective on American culture and identity. Her exploration of family dynamics and individuality in 'The Making of Americans' reflects Stein's interest in the complexities of human relationships and the construction of personal identity. I highly recommend 'The Making of Americans' to readers who appreciate experimental literature and are interested in exploring new narrative techniques. Stein's novel offers a thought-provoking and unconventional journey through the lives of American characters, challenging readers to reexamine traditional notions of family, identity, and belonging.

ISBN:
9788075831897
9788075831897
Category:
Black & Asian studies
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
05-05-2017
Language:
English
Publisher:
Musaicum Books
Gertrude Stein

Gertrude Stein (1874-1946) was a writer, art-collector, and advocate for the avant-garde. Born in Pennsylvania, she studied psychology at Harvard and attended medical school, dropping out in her fourth year to move to Paris with her brother Leo.

Here she played a crucial role in shaping the burgeoning European avant-garde, hosting literary salons that counted Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse and Ernest Hemingway among the visitors. She was the author of countless poems, plays and shorter works, as well as books including Three Lives, The Making of the Americans, Tender Buttons and The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas - a memoir written in the voice of her life partner of many decades, Alice.

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