Alice Adams
Alice Adams
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Midwestern United States • 1920s
2007
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
Alice Adams by Booth Tarkington follows an individual named Alice Adams as she navigates social aspirations and challenges in pursuit of acceptance and love in a 1920s American town. The narrative delves into themes of class, ambition, and identity as it portrays Alice's determined yet complicated journey.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Alice Adams by Booth Tarkington is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of social ambition and class dynamics in early 20th-century America. Critics commend Tarkington's skillful characterization and poignant narrative. However, some note a dated perspective on gender roles and find certain plot elements predictable. Overall, it remains a compelling study of societal challenges.
Who Should Read Alice Adams?
A reader who enjoys Alice Adams by Booth Tarkington likely appreciates early 20th-century American literature, with its nuanced exploration of social ambition and family dynamics. Fans of The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton or Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser may find similar themes and era-rich settings appealing.
4,895 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Midwestern United States • 1920s
2007
Adult
16+ years
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