This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Cliff-Dwellers pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.
Step back in time to 19th-century Chicago with Henry Blake Fuller's ""The Cliff-Dwellers,"" a compelling novel of urban life. Set against the backdrop of the city's burgeoning skyscraper district, this work of realism offers a glimpse into the social conditions of a rapidly evolving metropolis.
Fuller's keen observations capture the essence of Chicago during a pivotal era, exploring the intricate relationships between individuals and their environment. As one of the first novels to portray the realities of urban existence in America, ""The Cliff-Dwellers"" remains a vital and engaging piece of literary history.
Dive into a world of ambition, struggle, and social commentary as Fuller paints a vivid picture of a city on the rise. This carefully reproduced edition allows readers to experience the grit and grandeur of Chicago as it once was, solidifying the novel's place as a classic of American literature.
By:
Henry Blake Fuller, Thure De Thulstrup Imprint: Xpresspress Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 16mm
Weight: 426g ISBN:9781026139875 ISBN 10: 1026139872 Pages: 304 Publication Date:14 May 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active