An American tragedy (Volume 2)
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ISBN10: 937655650X
ISBN13: 9789376556502
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 8 2026
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.85 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789376556502
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 8 2026
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.85 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A single, desperate decision shatters the fragile promise of a young man's future, casting a long shadow over the glittering avenues and hidden alleyways of early twentieth-century New York. Against the backdrop of a restless society, an ambitious youth finds himself ensnared in the relentless grip of social class drama and moral conflict, where every choice seems to carry the weight of destiny. The narrative unfolds with a psychological intensity that lays bare the inner turmoil of a protagonist torn between aspiration and conscience, as he navigates the unforgiving divides of American society. This is a tragedy novel of rare depth, capturing the stark realities of ambition, yearning, and consequence. The story's immersive realism draws readers into a world where the promise of success collides with the harsh boundaries of class and circumstance. Through finely observed detail and unflinching honesty, the novel explores the complexities of crime and punishment fiction, exposing the hidden costs of striving for a place among the privileged. The city itself becomes a character-its glitter and gloom echoing the protagonist's hopes and fears-while the tension between desire and duty pulses through every page. As a work of American literary fiction, it stands as a powerful meditation on the forces that shape lives and the devastating impact of choices made in moments of weakness. The psychological fiction at its core offers a compelling portrait of a soul in crisis, rendered with a clarity and empathy that continues to resonate. Readers drawn to American realism novels and stories set amid the social and moral upheavals of New York will find themselves gripped by the narrative's suspense and emotional depth. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.
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