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John Dos Passos
The Big Money
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"The Big Money" is the final installment in John Dos Passos' U.S.A. trilogy, a groundbreaking work of literature that explores the societal and economic changes in America during the first few decades of the 20th century. Published in 1936, the novel follows the lives of several characters as they navigate the turbulent waters of American capitalism, politics, and culture. Dos Passos' signature narrative style, which combines traditional third-person narration with stream-of-consciousness prose, newspaper clippings, and biographical sketches of historical figures, is on full display in "The Big Money." This innovative approach allows the author to capture the chaotic, fragmented nature of modern American life, as well as the pervasive influence of mass media and consumer culture. At the heart of the novel are the stories of Charley Anderson, a World War I veteran and aspiring aviator who becomes entangled in the world of finance and big business; Richard Savage, a disillusioned poet and intellectual who struggles to find meaning in a materialistic society; and Daughter, a prostitute and aspiring actress who embodies the dreams and desires of the American everywoman. Through their experiences, Dos Passos paints a vivid portrait of a nation in transition, as the ideals of the past give way to the realities of the present. While "The Big Money" is often overshadowed by its predecessors in the U.S.A. trilogy, "The 42nd Parallel" and "1919," it is a powerful and resonant work in its own right. With its unflinching critique of American capitalism and its unvarnished portrayal of the human cost of progress, the novel stands as a testament to Dos Passos' enduring vision and literary skill. Whether read as a standalone work or as part of the larger U.S.A. project, "The Big Money" is a rich and rewarding exploration of the American experience, and a vital contribution to the literary canon...
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