{"product_id":"9788494309649","title":"The big city","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Big Town\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing Lardner transports us to the vibrant New York of the Prohibition era in a scathing comedy filled with razor-sharp dialogue. The Big Town follows Kate, a rural heiress from Indiana, whose older sister, Ella, is determined to marry her off to a wealthy man, no matter the cost. Accompanied by Tom, the brother-in-law, the sisters embark on an urban adventure with the goal of finding a well-heeled candidate. Far from superficial glamour, this novel explores with humor and irony the ambitions, hidden desires, and complexity of human relationships in a society in the midst of transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story kicks off in a small Indiana town, where Kate, a modestly well-off young woman, and her sister Ella lead a quiet life. Ella's ambition, however, knows no bounds: she is determined to find Kate a rich husband, a \"sap with full pockets and an empty head.\" To do so, she convinces Kate and her husband Tom to move to interwar New York. There, amidst the effervescence of Prohibition, bootleg liquor, and parties, Ella’s plan unfolds with unexpected consequences. The novel is a social satire that, through the mishaps of its characters, lays bare the aspirations, prejudices, and hypocrisy of the era, showing how the pursuit of wealth and status can warp family and personal ties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAmbition and social climbing in 1920s America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSatire of social conventions and the hypocrisy of high society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFamily relationships and the conflict between one's own desires and the expectations of others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUrban life and the contrast between the rural world of Indiana and frenetic New York.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe historical context of Prohibition and its impact on leisure culture and alcohol consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for readers who enjoy modern and contemporary fiction with a strong satirical and social component. It is also for those interested in historical fiction set in the interwar United States. It is perfect for those who appreciate witty dialogue, complex characters, and stories that, beneath an apparent lightness, hide a deep critique of human nature and power dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn acute and humorous vision of Prohibition-era America, far from the clichés of the genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWell-defined characters and brilliant dialogue that reveal the psychology and motivations of each individual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on ambition, money, and family relationships in a fascinating historical context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn agile and entertaining read that combines comedy with social criticism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Lardner, Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: La Fuga Ediciones, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: Modern and contemporary fiction, Historical fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: EN SERIO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: May 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 186\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 183 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Town is a little gem of North American satirical narrative. Ring Lardner demonstrates his mastery in the use of dialogue and irony to construct a story that, although set in a specific past, remains surprisingly current in its portrayal of human ambitions. The paperback edition from La Fuga Ediciones makes it an accessible and manageable read, perfect for those seeking an intelligent, fun novel with a touch of social criticism. A work that will undoubtedly interest lovers of good literature and those who wish to discover a classic author who is less well-known in Spanish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LA FUGA EDICIONES, S.L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405533634907,"sku":"9788494309649","price":17.14,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849430964.jpg?v=1781827625","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494309649","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}