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Rise of Silas Lapham

Rise of Silas Lapham

Di: William Dean Howells
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 Discover the compelling tale of The Rise of Silas Lapham, W.D. Howells’ most celebrated novel and a hallmark of literary realism. This captivating story follows Silas Lapham, a humble farmer who builds a thriving paint business and strives to elevate his familys status in the competitive society of Boston. Unlike the ruthless businessmen of his time, Lapham embodies the principles of the old-fashioned, trustworthy Yankee trader. As he navigates the complexities of industrial capitalism, the novel also delves into the intricacies of social class, portraying the courtship of his daughter and the familys struggles to break free from their origins. (Summary by Margaret Espaillat)Copyright Fiction Classics Arte Scienze sociali Storia e critica della letteratura
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    027 - Chapter 27
    Feb 19 2026
    Discover the compelling tale of The Rise of Silas Lapham, W.D. Howells’ most celebrated novel and a hallmark of literary realism. This captivating story follows Silas Lapham, a humble farmer who builds a thriving paint business and strives to elevate his familys status in the competitive society of Boston. Unlike the ruthless businessmen of his time, Lapham embodies the principles of the old-fashioned, trustworthy Yankee trader. As he navigates the complexities of industrial capitalism, the novel also delves into the intricacies of social class, portraying the courtship of his daughter and the familys struggles to break free from their origins. (Summary by Margaret Espaillat)
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