Winesburg, Ohio: The 1919 Classic (Annotated)

Winesburg, Ohio: A Compelling Literary Classic by Sherwood Anderson

Winesburg, Ohio, a book of literary fiction by American author Sherwood Anderson, was first published in 1919 in the United States. This celebrated and profound classic is filled with psychological discernments, offering a unique and detailed exploration of 20th-century small-town life.

In a captivating opening passage, the reader is introduced to a key character: "He was an old man with a white beard and huge nose and hands. Long before the time during which we will know him, he was a doctor and drove a jaded white horse from house to house through the streets of Winesburg. Later he married a girl who had money. She had been left a large fertile farm when her father died. The girl was quiet, tall, and dark, and to many people she seemed very beautiful. Everyone in Winesburg wondered why she married the doctor. Within a year after the marriage she died."

This short story cycle follows the protagonist, George Willard, from his youth to his independence as an adult. As a young newspaper reporter, George witnesses the dark and desolate dealings of the isolated community of Winesburg, Ohio, and the strange hidden lives of its residents. The style of this collection places a strong emphasis on each character's psychological insights, making it one of the earliest examples of modernist literature.

This stunning reprint of the original 1919 text has been carefully preserved to maintain the story's integrity. The unedited, unaltered texts allow readers to immerse themselves in the author's original vision, ensuring an authentic and enjoyable reading experience.

This title, a portrait of pre-industrial small-town life in the United States, would make a wonderful gift for a lover of classic English novels or a valuable addition to an existing collection. Available in a 5x8 inch format with a matte cover and white paper, this book is ready to be shipped to you at lightning speed, so you won't have to wait long to dive into this compelling literary classic.

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