Alice Adams
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Sprache:Englisch
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Format
ePUB
Kopierschutz
Ja
Family Sharing
Nein
Text-to-Speech
Ja
Erscheinungsdatum
01.08.2023
Verlag
Double 9 BooksSeitenzahl
(Printausgabe)
Dateigröße
599 KB
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
9789359397009
"Alice Adams" is a compelling novel written by Booth Tarkington, a renowned American author and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner. This story revolves around the life of Alice Adams, a young and aslo ambitious woman from a lower-middle-class family living in the fictional town of Zenith. Despite her humble background, Alice dreams of social advancement and strives to fit into the upper echelons of society. She yearns to escape the limitations of her family's financial constraints and gain acceptance among the town's elite. As the narrative unfolds, Alice's aspirations lead her to various social events and gatherings. However, her efforts to impress others often result in awkward situations and also disappointment. Despite her genuine charm and good intentions and also Alice struggles to navigate the complexities of social etiquette and the expectations of her new acquaintances. Throughout the novel, Tarkington skillfully explores themes of class distinctions, societal expectations, and the pursuit of personal happiness. As Alice grapples with her desire to belong and be loved for who she is, readers witness her growth and maturation as a character. "Alice Adams" is a poignant and also honest portrayal of the human desire for acceptance and the challenges faced by those seeking to transcend their circumstances.
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