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The Octopus
Hardcover
WesternsHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022914629
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.64
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Frank Norris's The Octopus is a powerful work of historical fiction that vividly portrays the tumultuous conflicts surrounding the railroads in California. Set against the backdrop of vast wheat fields, this literary novel explores the tensions between farmers and the relentless power of a monopolistic railroad empire.
A gripping tale of social injustice and unchecked greed, The Octopus resonates with themes that continue to hold relevance today. Experience the epic scope of the American West as Norris captures the struggles and hardships faced by those caught in the grip of an all-consuming force. This meticulously prepared print edition allows readers to rediscover a classic story of ambition, exploitation, and the enduring fight for fairness.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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