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Bestseller : a century of America's favorite books / Robert McParland.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- McParland, Robert, author.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Books and reading--United States--History--21st century.
- Books and reading.
- Books and reading--United States--History--20th century.
- Best sellers--United States--History--21st century.
- Best sellers.
- Best sellers--United States--History--20th century.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (335 pages)
- Place of Publication:
- Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, 2019.
- Summary:
- Whether curled up on a sofa with a good mystery, lounging by the pool with a steamy romance, or brooding over a classic novel, Americans love to read. Despite the distractions of modern living, nothing quite satisfies many individuals more than a really good book. And regardless of how one accesses that book--through a tablet, a smart phone, or a good, old-fashioned hardcover--those choices have been tallied for decades. In Bestseller: A Century of America's Favorite Books, Robert McParland looks at the reading tastes of a nation--from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present day. Through extensive research, McParland provides context for the literature that appealed to the masses, from low-brow potboilers like Forever Amber to Pulitzer-Prize winners such as To Kill a Mockingbird. Decade by decade, McParland discusses the books that resonated with the American public and shows how current events and popular culture shaped the reading habits of millions. Profiles of authors with frequent appearances--from Ernest Hemingway to Danielle Steel--are included, along with standout titles that readers return to year after year. A snapshot of America and its love of reading through the decades, this volume informs and entertains while also providing a handy reference of the country's most popular books. For those wanting to learn more about the history of American culture through its reading habits, Bestseller: A Century of America's Favorite Books is a must-read.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Description based on print version record.
- ISBN:
- 1-5381-1000-8
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