About the book
With 1919, the second volume of his U.S.A. trilogy, John Dos Passos continues his \"vigorous and sweeping panorama of twentieth-century America\" (Forum), lauded on publication of the first volume not only for its scope, but also for its groundbreaking style.
Again, employing a host of experimental devices that would inspire a whole new generation of writers to follow, Dos Passos captures the many textures, flavors, and background noises of modern life with a cinematic touch and unparalleled nerve.
1919 opens to find America and the world at war, and Dos Passos's characters, many of whom we met in the first volume, are thrown into the snarl. We follow the daughter of a Chicago minister, a wide-eyed Texas girl, a young poet, a radical Jew, and we glimpse Woodrow Wilson, Theodore Roosevelt, and the Unknown Soldier. 1919 provides an incomparable portrait of America from the turn of the century to the Depression of 1929.
Editions of 1919
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780618056828
- EBook
- ISBN 9780544341456
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With 1919, the second volume of his U.S.A. trilogy, John Dos Passos continues his \"vigorous and sweeping panorama of twentieth-century America\" (Forum), lauded on publication of the first volume not only for its scope, but also for its groundbreaking style.
Again, employing a host of experimental devices that would inspire a whole new generation of writers to follow, Dos Passos captures the many textures, flavors, and background noises of modern life with a cinematic touch and unparalleled nerve.
1919 opens to find America and the world at war, and Dos Passos's characters, many of whom we met in the first volume, are thrown into the snarl. We follow the daughter of a Chicago minister, a wide-eyed Texas girl, a young poet, a radical Jew, and we glimpse Woodrow Wilson, Theodore Roosevelt, and the Unknown Soldier. 1919 provides an incomparable portrait of America from the turn of the century to the Depression of 1929.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1919 about?
With 1919, the second volume of his U.S.A. trilogy, John Dos Passos continues his \"vigorous and sweeping panorama of twentieth-century America\" (Forum), lauded on publication of the first volume not only for its scope, but also for its groundbreaking style.
Again, employing a host of experimental devices that would inspire a whole new generation of writers to follow, Dos Passos captures the many textures, flavors, and background noises of modern life with a cinematic touch and unparalleled nerve.
1919 opens to find America and the world at war, and Dos Passos's characters, many of whom we met in the first volume, are thrown into the snarl. We follow the daughter of a Chicago minister, a wide-eyed Texas girl, a young poet, a radical Jew, and we glimpse Woodrow Wilson, Theodore Roosevelt, and the Unknown Soldier. 1919 provides an incomparable portrait of America from the turn of the century to the Depression of 1929.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in 1919?
Fiction > Adventure / action fiction > War, combat and military adventure fiction
Where can I read a sample of 1919?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780618056828
Is 1919 part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series U.S.A. Trilogy
Who is/are the Author/s of the book 1919?
John Dos Passos
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
1919 is available as paperback(ISBN 9780618056828) and ebook(ISBN 9780544341456)
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