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Complete Works of Frank Norris V7: Responsibilities of the Novelist

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Frank Norris
Frank Norris

Frank Norris was an American novelist known for his contributions to the naturalist literary movement. His works often focused on rural life in the American Midwest and Pacific Coast, revealing social and economic issues. Norris's representative works include 'McTeague' and 'The Pit', which are praised for their profound depiction of social reality. more

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