Ninth Avenue (Cram Edition)

Ninth Avenue (Cram Edition)

Maxwell Bodenheim

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Editorial:
XpressPress
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781026228531
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This XpressRead Cram Edition of Ninth Avenue pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Step back into the vibrant and turbulent world of 1920s New York City with Maxwell Bodenheim’s 'Ninth Avenue.' This rediscovered work of literary fiction offers a stark and compelling social commentary on urban life and the struggles of poverty. Bodenheim’s narrative, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing metropolis, explores the social life and customs of a bygone era.'Ninth Avenue' provides a glimpse into the underbelly of a city teeming with ambition and hardship. Its enduring appeal lies in its unflinching portrayal of human experience, capturing the essence of a specific time and place while resonating with universal themes. Experience the raw energy and gritty realism of urban life in this rediscovered classic. A compelling read for anyone interested in literary fiction, urban fantasy, or the sociological study of city life.

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