Author: Norris, Frank
Synopsis:
Vandover and the Brute by Frank Norris is a gripping tale that follows the life of Vandover, a young artist living in San Francisco during the late 19th century. As Vandover navigates the bohemian lifestyle of the city, he becomes entangled in a downward spiral of self-destruction and moral decay. Haunted by his own inner demons, Vandover's journey takes him through a series of shocking events that challenge his sanity and force him to confront the darkest aspects of his own nature.
Genres: Psychological fiction, Naturalism, Realism
Themes: The destructive power of vice, the struggle between civilization and primal instincts, the consequences of unchecked desires
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