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Martin Eden
Book • 1909
Set in Oakland at the beginning of the 20th century, 'Martin Eden' follows the journey of a young sailor from a working-class background who intensely pursues self-education to rise above his destitute circumstances.
His primary motivation is his love for Ruth Morse, a member of a bourgeois family.
Through his relentless efforts, Eden becomes a writer, but his success is marred by his grudge against the bourgeoisie and the unrequited love that has jaded him.
The novel explores themes of social class, human consciousness, and the conflict between individualism and socialism, reflecting London's own experiences as a working-class writer.
His primary motivation is his love for Ruth Morse, a member of a bourgeois family.
Through his relentless efforts, Eden becomes a writer, but his success is marred by his grudge against the bourgeoisie and the unrequited love that has jaded him.
The novel explores themes of social class, human consciousness, and the conflict between individualism and socialism, reflecting London's own experiences as a working-class writer.
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Recommandé par Paul de Saint-Cernin pour son récit poignant d'un homme essayant de s'élever socialement.
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Recommended by Darren J. Gold as a novel that instilled in him the importance of learning through reading.
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Recommandé par Yrile pour son récit autobiographique et sa réflexion sur la vie.
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Mentioned as one of Jack London's autobiographically influenced novels.
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