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Manhattan Transfer
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025824659
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.85 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Manhattan Transfer is a landmark of American modernist literature that captures the pulsating, chaotic rhythm of New York City during the early twentieth century. Through an innovative, fragmented narrative style often compared to cinematic montage, John Dos Passos weaves together the disparate lives of various characters as they navigate the urban landscape of the Jazz Age. From struggling immigrants to wealthy socialites, the residents of the city strive for success and connection in an environment that is as indifferent as it is vibrant.
The novel explores the shifting social tides of the Roaring Twenties, touching upon themes of industrialization, the pursuit of the American Dream, and the disillusionment that often follows. By utilizing a collective protagonist approach, Dos Passos presents a panoramic view of the metropolis, making the city of New York itself the central figure of the work. Manhattan Transfer remains a vital exploration of the modern experience and a masterful example of experimental fiction that redefined the possibilities of the urban novel.
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