Fiction / Literary Best Sellers

New York Time Best sellers of Fiction / Literary: Beautiful World, Where Are You (2017), My Name Is Lucy Barton (2016), Ragtime (1975), Franny and Zooey (1961), Revolutionary Road (1961) and other 8 books.

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Beautiful World, Where Are You

released in: 2017
Beautiful World, Where Are You
A novelist, a warehouse worker, an editorial assistant and a political adviser deal with changes.

My Name Is Lucy Barton

released in: 2016
My Name Is Lucy Barton
A woman struggles with memories of her impoverished and disturbing childhood and its effect on the present as she attempts to reconcile with her mother.

Ragtime

Ragtime
"Ragtime" by E. L. Doctorow is a historical novel set in the early 20th century, capturing the vibrant and tumultuous atmosphere of the United States. The novel weaves together the stories of diverse characters, including historical figures, against the backdrop of societal changes. Doctorow's narrative style combines historical events with imaginative storytelling, creating a rich and compelling tapestry.

Franny and Zooey

Franny and Zooey
The book consists of two interconnected stories, "Franny" and "Zooey," exploring the spiritual and existential struggles of the Glass family, capturing J.D. Salinger's signature themes of alienation and the search for authenticity.

Revolutionary Road

Revolutionary Road
Frank and April Wheeler, a beautiful young couple living in 1950s America, see their supposedly perfect life come undone.

Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters

Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters
"Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters" by J. D. Salinger is a collection of two novellas. The title novella follows the character Seymour Glass's wedding day, exploring themes of family, relationships, and societal expectations. Salinger's writing style and exploration of complex characters contribute to the novellas' enduring significance in American literature.

Lolita

Lolita
Lolita is the story of a middle-aged man's obsessive love for a twelve-year-old girl. Humbert Humbert is a middle-aged, well-educated European who comes to America to teach. He falls in love with Lolita, his landlady's adolescent daughter, and becomes sexually involved with her

The Naked and the Dead

The Naked and the Dead
Set during World War II, Norman Mailer's novel "The Naked and the Dead" follows the experiences of soldiers in the Pacific. The novel explores the impact of war on individuals and the dynamics within the military.

Native Son

Native Son
Novel addressing racial discrimination and systemic injustice in America.

Of Time and the River

Of Time and the River
Of Time and the River is the second novel in Thomas Wolfe's autobiographical series. The novel chronicles Wolfe's life from his early days as a struggling writer in New York City to his years as a student at Harvard University.

A Modern Hero

The End of Desire

The End of Desire
Satirical romance novel with themes of desire and societal norms.
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