A Cool Million by Nathanael West
The Dismantling of Lemuel Pitkin
The book satirizes the American Dream through the misadventures of its protagonist, a young man who leaves his rural home to seek fortune and success in the big city. Despite his unwavering optimism and adherence to traditional values, he faces a series of increasingly absurd and unfortunate events that strip him of his possessions, dignity, and illusions. The narrative unfolds as a darkly comedic critique of the socio-economic landscape of the time, exposing the harsh realities of capitalism and the myth of equal opportunity.
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- Published
- 1934
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 217
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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