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Pierre; or, The Ambiguities

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Exploring the tumultuous life of nineteen-year-old Pierre Glendinning in New York City, this novel delves into the struggles of a budding novelist amid the literary trends of transcendentalism and gothic morality. Melville's ambitious and complex narrative, often deemed proto-modernist, defies easy interpretation and critiques societal norms. Initially met with confusion and commercial failure, it now stands as a groundbreaking work that challenges readers with its depth and experimental style, solidifying its place as a unique piece of American literature.

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Pierre; or, The Ambiguities, Herman Melville

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Année de publication
2021
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Langue
Anglais
Publié
2021
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souple
Pages
324
ISBN13
9781420978902
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Exploring the tumultuous life of nineteen-year-old Pierre Glendinning in New York City, this novel delves into the struggles of a budding novelist amid the literary trends of transcendentalism and gothic morality. Melville's ambitious and complex narrative, often deemed proto-modernist, defies easy interpretation and critiques societal norms. Initially met with confusion and commercial failure, it now stands as a groundbreaking work that challenges readers with its depth and experimental style, solidifying its place as a unique piece of American literature.