Welcome to America at the turn of the 20th century, where the rhythms of ragtime set the beat. In this original chronicle of the period, real-life characters such as Harry Houdini and Henry Ford intermingle with three remarkable families, one black, one Jewish and one prosperous WASP.
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Publisher:
Penguin UK
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
305
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780141188171
Publish year:
2006
Publish date:
Feb. 2, 2006
E.L. Doctorow
E.L. Doctorow was an American novelist known for his masterpiece "Ragtime," blending historical figures with fictional characters to explore complex themes of power and identity. His distinctive style combined vivid storytelling with a deep social consciousness, making him a key figure in modern American literature.
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