Philip Roth
American Pastoral
American Pastoral
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Philip Roth's Pulitzer-prize winning novel American Pastoral is a tragedy of classical proportions, exploring the changes in the American psyche over the last fifty years.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2019
Publisher: Vintage Publishing
A tragedy of classical proportions, American Pastoral is a magnificent novel that has confirmed Philip Roth as one of the greatest American writers of all time. Set in post-war America, the novel follows the life of Swede Levov, a successful businessman and family man who seems to have it all. He is living the American dream, cocooned by his devoted family, lucrative business, sporting prowess, and good looks. Levov is the embodiment of thriving, post-war America, a land of liberty and hope. However, everything changes on a sunny day in 1968 when Levov's daughter, Merry, commits an outlandishly savage act of political terrorism. The Levov family is plunged into mayhem, and their lives are never the same again.
American Pastoral is an extraordinarily nuanced and poignant novel that explores the changes in the American psyche over the last fifty years. Roth masterfully depicts the complex relationships between the Levov family and their community, as well as the broader social and political context of the time. The novel is filled with vivid characters, each with their own struggles and motivations. From Merry's troubled upbringing to her political awakening, to Swede's own struggles with his sense of identity and morality, the characters are fully realized and relatable. The writing is elegant and evocative, with Roth's trademark wit and insight shining through. American Pastoral is a momentous novel that still resonates today, reminding us of the complexities and tragedies of human existence.
Praise for American Pastoral has been overwhelming. The Sunday Times described the novel as "angry, grieving, witty, acute," while the Financial Times praised it as "a profound and personal meditation on the changes in the American psyche over the last fifty years." The Observer called it "utterly tragic and compelling," and Tatler praised it as "a momentous novel."
In conclusion, American Pastoral is a masterpiece of American literature that has left an indelible mark on the literary world. Philip Roth's portrayal of the Levov family and their struggles is nuanced and profound, and the novel's exploration of post-war America is both timely and relevant. With its elegant writing, vivid characters, and powerful themes, American Pastoral is a must-read for anyone interested in the human condition and the complexities of American society.
Weight: 352g
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784875541
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