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History & Criticism - American Pastoral: American Trilogy (1) (Vintage International)

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Book Synopsis: PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From one of the most acclaimed writers of the twentieth century—a compulsively readable elegy for America’s promises of prosperity, civic order, and domestic bliss, and "one of Roth's most powerful novels ever" (The New York Times). Here is Philip Roth's masterpiece, featuring Nathan Zuckerman and the story of Swede Levov, a legendary athlete at his Newark high school, who grows up in the booming postwar years to marry a former Miss New Jersey, inherit his father's glove factory, and move into a stone house in the idyllic hamlet of Old Rimrock. And then one day in 1968, Swede's beautiful American luck deserts him.For Swede's adored daughter, Merry, has grown from a loving, quick-witted girl into a sullen, fanatical teenager—a teenager capable of an outlandishly savage act of domestic terrorism. And overnight Swede is wrenched out of the longed-for American pastoral and into the indigenous American berserk. Compulsively readable, propelled by sorrow, rage, and a deep compassion for its characters, American Pastoral gives us Philip Roth at the height of his powers.

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Get ready to be captivated by the compelling pages of American Pastoral: American Trilogy (1). This Pulitzer Prize-winning and national bestseller is a literary masterpiece by Philip Roth, one of the most acclaimed writers of the twentieth century. With a magnetic storyline that delves into America's promises of prosperity, civic order, and domestic bliss, this novel is a thought-provoking elegy that will leave you breathless.

The story revolves around Swede Levov, a legendary athlete at his Newark high school. Growing up in the booming postwar years, Swede marries a former Miss New Jersey and inherits his father's glove factory. Together, they move into a charming stone house in the idyllic hamlet of Old Rimrock. However, their perfect world takes a drastic turn in 1968 when their cherished daughter, Merry, transforms from a loving, witty girl into a sullen and fanatical teenager.

As the narrative unfolds, you will witness the dramatic descent of Swede Levov from the pinnacle of the American dream into the depths of the indigenous American berserk. Roth's masterful storytelling, propelled by sorrow, rage, and deep compassion, will keep you utterly engaged from the first page to the last. Brace yourself for an emotional rollercoaster as you discover the powerful impact that this novel will have on your soul.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable reading experience. Immerse yourself in the richly layered world of American Pastoral and explore the complexities of American society. Click here to order your copy now and uncover the profound truths that Philip Roth has cunningly woven into this literary masterpiece.

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