“It is an unimaginatively standardized background, a sluggishness of speech and manners, a rigid ruling of the spirit by the desire to appear respectable. It is contentment . . . the contentment of quiet dead, who are scornful of the living for their restless walking. It is negation canonized as the one positive virtue. It is the prohibition of happiness. It is dullness made God.”
In this classic American novel, the author delves into the lives of residents in a small town, examining the impact of industrialization and modernization on community dynamics and personal beliefs. more
American novelist known for his profound depiction of middle-class life in the United States. His notable works include 'Babbitt' and 'Main Street'. more
“Law is the historical antithesis of order.”
“Food was the most valuable thing you could give someone."...The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek”
“Dear Son, You can accomplish a lot when you pray more and do more.”