Mc Teague by Frank Norris
A Story of San Francisco
This novel is a gripping tale of a slow-witted dentist and his descent into brutality and violence in San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century. The protagonist, initially a kind and somewhat naive man, finds his life irrevocably changed after winning a lottery. The newfound wealth leads to greed, jealousy, and ultimately, tragedy, not just for him but also for those around him, including his wife. The story is a stark exploration of the darker aspects of human nature and the destructive power of materialism, showcasing the author's naturalist style by highlighting how environment and heredity inexorably shape human destiny.
The 852nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1899
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(5.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - Mcteague
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This book is on the following 8 lists:
- 18th on 100 Best Western(United States) Works of Fiction (San Francisco Chronicle)
- 5162nd on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- Best Books (Fiction, Prose) : Experts Choose Their Favourites (The Book "Best Books")
- David Bowie's Top 100 Favorite Books (David Bowie)
- Have You Read 100 Great Books? (The Jasper Lee Company)
- One Hundred Best American Novels, 1770 to 1985 (The American Scholar)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)