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Literary Fiction· United States

American Pastoral

by Philip Roth
Aggregate Editorial Score65/100
★Pulitzer Prize
Published 1998432 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Philip Roth's American Pastoral (1998) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. The 'Swede,' a beloved Newark athletic hero, sees his idyllic American life shattered when his daughter becomes a radical bomber during the Vietnam War era. Roth's Pulitzer winner is a devastating meditation on the American Dream, the 1960s, and the impossibility of insulating a life from history. Themes of American Dream, 1960s, family run through the work. The book has received recognition from Pulitzer Prize 1998.

Book Details

AuthorPhilip Roth
Published1998
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages432
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780375701429
Editorial Score65/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Pastoral about?

The 'Swede,' a beloved Newark athletic hero, sees his idyllic American life shattered when his daughter becomes a radical bomber during the Vietnam War era. Roth's Pulitzer winner is a devastating meditation on the American Dream, the 1960s, and the impossibility of insulating a life from history.

Who wrote American Pastoral?

American Pastoral was written by Philip Roth, from United States. First published in 1998.

What awards has American Pastoral won?

American Pastoral has received the following awards and honours: Pulitzer Prize 1998.

Is American Pastoral worth reading?

American Pastoral is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 58/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in American Dream, 1960s, family.

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What category is American Pastoral?

American Pastoral is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is American Pastoral from?

American Pastoral originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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