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Maritta Wolff Livres

    Maritta Wolff, une auteure dont les premières œuvres ont défini le réalisme brut de la littérature américaine, s'est fait connaître par son exploration intransigeante de la psyché humaine. Son style, marqué par un langage cru et une représentation sans fard des bas-fonds de la société, est devenu sa signature. Elle a exploré les thèmes de la dysfonction familiale et de la stagnation sociale, adoptant une approche littéraire caractérisée par une observation aiguë et une profondeur psychologique. Malgré sa nature réservée, ses romans ont profondément résonné auprès des lecteurs, laissant une marque durable sur la fiction américaine.

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    Whistle Stop
    Sudden Rain
    Night Shift

    • Night Shift

      • 560pages
      • 20 heures de lecture
      3,9(64)Évaluer

      The book, first released in 1942, garnered widespread acclaim and remarkable sales. It combines engaging storytelling with profound themes, capturing the spirit of its time while resonating with contemporary readers. The narrative explores complex characters and their journeys, offering insights into human nature and societal challenges. Its enduring popularity highlights its significance in literature, making it a timeless classic that continues to inspire and provoke thought.

      Night Shift

    • Sudden Rain

      2,5(4)Évaluer

      In 1972, in the suburbs around L.A., traditional housewives in their 30s and 40s are starting to ask whether they are satisfied by their everyday lives; meanwhile, a young woman in her early 20s feels paralyzed by her options. The story centers around five middle-class, L.A. couples of three different generations and the ways in which their relationships and home lives are affected by the trends (specifically the rise in divorce and feminism) of the time. Maritta Wolff's moving, compelling novel takes place in one stormy L.A. weekend, as a literal fog of unrest blows into town, and alters these marriages forever.

      Sudden Rain

    • Whistle Stop

      • 371pages
      • 13 heures de lecture
      3,6(119)Évaluer

      Set against the backdrop of post-Depression America, the narrative unveils the darker aspects of small-town life through a compelling story of crime and complex relationships. Originally released in 1941, it captures the struggles and emotional turmoil of its characters, offering a raw and dramatic exploration of love and desperation. The book's vivid portrayal of societal issues resonates with readers, making it both a historical reflection and a timeless tale of human experience.

      Whistle Stop