1876
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Set against the backdrop of America's centennial year, 1876 chronicles the political machinations and social intrigues of a nation grappling with its identity. This historical novel, rich with wit and incisive commentary, presents a vivid portrait of Washington D.C. society and the corrupt undercurrents of the Gilded Age. Vidal masterfully illustrates the era's grand ambitions and moral compromises through the eyes of a returning American journalist. The narrative details the struggle for power and influence, offering a satirical yet poignant look at the birth of modern American politics. It argues for a re-examination of national myths, revealing the complex realities beneath the veneer of progress and celebration.
1876
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: COndition as shown in image
Set against the backdrop of America's centennial year, 1876 chronicles the political machinations and social intrigues of a nation grappling with its identity. This historical novel, rich with wit and incisive commentary, presents a vivid portrait of Washington D.C. society and the corrupt undercurrents of the Gilded Age. Vidal masterfully illustrates the era's grand ambitions and moral compromises through the eyes of a returning American journalist. The narrative details the struggle for power and influence, offering a satirical yet poignant look at the birth of modern American politics. It argues for a re-examination of national myths, revealing the complex realities beneath the veneer of progress and celebration.
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Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: COndition as shown in image
Set against the backdrop of America's centennial year, 1876 chronicles the political machinations and social intrigues of a nation grappling with its identity. This historical novel, rich with wit and incisive commentary, presents a vivid portrait of Washington D.C. society and the corrupt undercurrents of the Gilded Age. Vidal masterfully illustrates the era's grand ambitions and moral compromises through the eyes of a returning American journalist. The narrative details the struggle for power and influence, offering a satirical yet poignant look at the birth of modern American politics. It argues for a re-examination of national myths, revealing the complex realities beneath the veneer of progress and celebration.
