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McTeague

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Set in early 20th-century San Francisco, the story follows McTeague, a dentist whose life spirals into tragedy fueled by greed. Initially content with his friend Marcus, McTeague marries Trina, a lottery winner whose frugality ignites envy and desire among those around them. The novel starkly portrays the destructive impact of greed, leading to a series of gruesome deaths. Norris' work stands out for its social realism, offering a haunting reflection on human nature that resonates even a century later.

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McTeague, Frank Norris

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2019
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English
Publisher
Digireads.com
Released
2019
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Paperback
Pages
238
ISBN13
9781420964530
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Set in early 20th-century San Francisco, the story follows McTeague, a dentist whose life spirals into tragedy fueled by greed. Initially content with his friend Marcus, McTeague marries Trina, a lottery winner whose frugality ignites envy and desire among those around them. The novel starkly portrays the destructive impact of greed, leading to a series of gruesome deaths. Norris' work stands out for its social realism, offering a haunting reflection on human nature that resonates even a century later.