“They were brave and romantic, tragic and distinguished, and Doremus became a little sick of them all and of the final brutality of fact that no normal man can very long endure another's tragedy, and that friendly weeping will some day turn to irritated kicking.”
A speculative fiction work that depicts a fictionalized version of the United States under a dictatorial regime, examining the rise of an authoritarian leader and the consequences for American democracy. 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
“She wasn’t going to back down. She knew that. She communicated that. She was here until the death.”
“You shouldn’t wear your mask. It could break, and you’ll need it again for something else.”
“A real moonlight serenade under the stars. Say what you want about me, but I am romantic.”