First published 2010
Prentice Hall's definitive anthology charts the epic sweep of American literature. From the Civil War's harrowing tales to Steinbeck's Dust Bowl odyssey, these works capture the nation's triumphs and tragedies. Readers dive into the immigrant experience, confront moral quandaries, and witness pivotal historical events. At its core, this collection illuminates how place, culture, and identity intertwine to shape the American literary canon.
Genres: literary-fiction, anthologies, american-fiction, 20th-century, american, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, moral-quandaries
Setting: Alabama, Mallard residence, Owl Creek Bridge, United States
Period: 1861-65, 19th century
Hardcover · Pearson