McTeague: A Story of San Francisco (Twentieth Century Classics)
by Frank Norris
In McTeague: A Story of San Francisco, Frank Norris crafts a powerful narrative of a man's rise and fall amid the city's temptations. Set against the backdrop of urban grit, the novel examines the destructive pull of greed and passion on everyday lives in late 19th-century America.
About This Book
McTeague: A Story of San Francisco is a novel by Frank Norris, published as part of the Twentieth Century Classics series. It portrays life in the bustling city through the lens of its characters' struggles and aspirations.
The story unfolds in the vibrant yet harsh environment of late 19th-century San Francisco, capturing the essence of urban existence and personal conflicts. Norris's narrative delves into themes of human ambition and the consequences of unchecked desires.
As a work of American realism, the book reflects the social and economic dynamics of its time, offering insight into the lives of ordinary people navigating fortune and fate.
This edition highlights the enduring relevance of Norris's exploration of the human condition in a rapidly changing world.
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