Light in August
The Corrected Text
William Faulkner · 1932 · 480 pages
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About the book
William Faulkner weaves a brutally honest portrait of the American South through the intertwined stories of Lena Grove, Joe Christmas, and Gail Hightower, figures marked by racism, injustice, and spiritual isolation. With his experimental prose and fragmented perspectives, Faulkner creates a narrative cosmos that mirrors the moral complexity and systemic violence of his time.
A masterpiece of American literature that remains disturbing and essential.
Book details
| Author | William Faulkner |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 1932 |
| Pages | 480 |
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