The Making of Americans
The Making of Americans
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Brief
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Poem • Fiction
United States • Early 1900s
1995
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Gertrude Stein's novel, The Making of Americans, explores the transformation of individuals and families across generations in America. The text delves into themes of identity, culture, and personal growth, examining how these elements shape the American experience. Stein's distinctive narrative style emphasizes repetitive language and experimental structure.
Challenging
Informative
Contemplative
Mysterious
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Review Roundup
The Making of Americans by Gertrude Stein is a polarizing work characterized by its experimental style and repetitive prose. While some praise its innovative narrative and exploration of identity and family dynamics, others find it dense and challenging due to its length and lack of traditional plot structure. Stein's unique voice is both a barrier and an allure for readers.
Who Should Read The Making of Americans?
A reader who delights in The Making of Americans by Gertrude Stein appreciates experimental narratives and modernist literature. Fans of James Joyce’s Ulysses or Virginia Woolf’s To the Lighthouse will enjoy its intricate style, rich in repetitive language and exploration of identity within familial contexts.
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Poem • Fiction
United States • Early 1900s
1995
Adult
18+ years
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