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John Dos Passos

John Dos Passos

AmericanJanuary 14, 1896 – September 28, 1970Modernist Fiction

John Dos Passos was a radical formal innovator who incorporated newsreel clips, biographies, and stream of consciousness into his USA Trilogy. His work painted a sweeping panoramic portrait of American society in the early twentieth century.

Works

  • U.S.A. TrilogyTrilogy depicting American life and society during the early twentieth century→
  • Manhattan TransferNovel about the collision of dreams and realities in New York City life→
  • Three SoldiersNovel about American soldiers' experiences and disillusionment during World War I→
  • Streets of NightNovel depicting artistic struggles and bohemian life in early twentieth century Boston→
  • The 42nd ParallelFirst novel in trilogy following characters across America in 1906→

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