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Lummox Broadway Edition
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025815138
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 338
Weight: 1.43
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Lummox is a powerful and poignant masterpiece of American realism by the celebrated author Fannie Hurst. The novel centers on Bertha, an imposing, silent, and physically strong woman of Slavic and Scandinavian descent, who works as a domestic servant in New York City. Often dismissed by her employers as a lummox due to her slow movements and quiet nature, Bertha possesses a rich, inner emotional world and a profound, wordless understanding of the human condition.
Through Bertha's experiences in various households, Hurst explores themes of social class, the immigrant experience, and the struggles of the working poor in the early 20th century. The narrative provides a raw and empathetic look at a segment of society frequently rendered invisible, capturing the dignity and suffering inherent in a life of hard labor. As Bertha moves through the lives of those she serves, she leaves an indelible, if often unrecognized, impact on the people around her.
A significant work in the canon of early 20th-century literature, Lummox remains a compelling study of character and social dynamics. Hurst's evocative prose and psychological depth make this novel a landmark in women's writing and a timeless exploration of the human spirit's resilience amidst adversity.
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