Mcteague; And A Man's Woman: Stories Of San Francisco (1899) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548940723)

Mcteague; And A Man�������s Woman: Stories Of San Francisco (1899) is a collection of two stories by Frank Norris set in the bustling metropolis of San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century. The first story, Mcteague, follows the titular character, a dentist who marries his cousin, Trina, and their descent into poverty and madness. The story explores themes of greed, jealousy, and the corrupting power of money. The second story, A Man's Woman, tells the story of a young woman, Billy, who is torn between her love for her husband and her attraction to another man. The story delves into the complexities of romantic relationships and the consequences of infidelity. Both stories capture the spirit of San Francisco during a time of great change and offer a glimpse into the lives of its inhabitants. Written in a realistic and naturalistic style, Mcteague; And A Man�������s Woman: Stories Of San Francisco (1899) is a timeless classic of American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Frank Norris
ISBN-10: 054894072X
ISBN-13: 9780548940723
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 460
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.86lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d