The Magnificent Ambersons by Booth Tarkington

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Author Tarkington, Booth, 1869-1946
Title The Magnificent Ambersons
Credits Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Summary "The Magnificent Ambersons" by Booth Tarkington is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story focuses on the rise and subsequent decline of the Amberson family, particularly through the life of young George Amberson Minafer, who grows up in a prosperous town experiencing societal and technological changes. The narrative explores themes of class, wealth, and the impact of new innovations on traditional values, set against a backdrop of early American industrialization. The opening of the novel sets the stage for the Amberson family's grandeur during their peak in a Midland town, showcasing their wealth, social standing, and the lifestyle of elegance they maintain. Major Amberson, the patriarch, made his fortune during tough times, which establishes the family's prominence. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to the social milieu of the time, highlighting the customs, fashion, and societal behaviors that define the era. Young Georgie, spoiled and arrogant, begins to embody the tension between old money's aristocracy and the emerging new order, foreshadowing conflicts brought about by changing times and attitudes. As he interacts with his family and social peers, we see hints of his character and the complexities that will arise as societal progress challenges their established way of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject Psychological fiction
Subject Indiana -- Fiction
Subject Domestic fiction
Subject Children of the rich -- Fiction
Subject Mothers and sons -- Fiction
Subject Loss (Psychology) -- Fiction
Subject Social change -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 8867
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 17, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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