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Vandover and the Brute
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Frank Norris's "Vandover and the Brute" delves into the life of a young man grappling with the complexities of urban life in San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century.
The novel explores themes of social class, morality, and the allure of vice.
Vandover, the protagonist, is a man of privilege who descends into a life of debauchery and self-destruction.
The narrative vividly portrays the city's underbelly, showcasing its seedy bars and morally ambiguous characters.
Norris's naturalistic style captures the raw energy and social inequalities of the era.
The novel's exploration of themes of self-destruction and societal pressures continues to resonate with readers today.
The novel explores themes of social class, morality, and the allure of vice.
Vandover, the protagonist, is a man of privilege who descends into a life of debauchery and self-destruction.
The narrative vividly portrays the city's underbelly, showcasing its seedy bars and morally ambiguous characters.
Norris's naturalistic style captures the raw energy and social inequalities of the era.
The novel's exploration of themes of self-destruction and societal pressures continues to resonate with readers today.
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Mentioned by Sean Connelly as the author of "Vandover and the Brute", a novel offering a glimpse into turn-of-the-century San Francisco.
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