"Bottom Dogs" is a seminal work of American naturalism that offers a visceral, uncompromising look at the lives of those on the margins of society. The novel follows Lorry Lewis, a young man navigating the bleak realities of life in a series of orphanages and the transient existence of a "bottom dog" in the early 20th-century American West. Through Lewis's eyes, Edward Dahlberg paints a grim portrait of poverty, alienation, and the struggle for survival in a world devoid of sentimentality. Dahlberg's prose is characterized ...
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"Bottom Dogs" is a seminal work of American naturalism that offers a visceral, uncompromising look at the lives of those on the margins of society. The novel follows Lorry Lewis, a young man navigating the bleak realities of life in a series of orphanages and the transient existence of a "bottom dog" in the early 20th-century American West. Through Lewis's eyes, Edward Dahlberg paints a grim portrait of poverty, alienation, and the struggle for survival in a world devoid of sentimentality. Dahlberg's prose is characterized by its gritty realism and stylistic innovation, capturing the vernacular of the streets and the harsh rhythms of life among the dispossessed. The narrative moves from the stifling discipline of a Jewish orphanage in Cleveland to the dusty roads and railroad yards of the West, documenting a journey of endurance and disillusionment. A foundational text in proletarian literature, "Bottom Dogs" remains a powerful exploration of the human condition and the systemic forces that shape the lives of the underclass. It is a stark, honest portrayal of an America often ignored by mainstream literature, rendered with a raw intensity that influenced a generation of subsequent writers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 228 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
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1930
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Published:
1930
Language:
English
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12513776129
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First US Edition, intro. by D. H. Lawrence. spine slightly faded, lacks the rear e.p. Billings Alc, McDonald Supplement p.86. Author's first book.
Add this copy of Bottom Dogs to cart. $107.00, very good condition, Sold by Between the Covers-Rare Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester City, NJ, UNITED STATES, published 1929 by G.P. Putnam's Sons.
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Very Good. First edition, limited issue. Introduction by D.H. Lawrence. One of 520 numbered copies. Stain at the bottom of the front board else very good lacking the dustwrapper. A presentable copy of the author's first book.
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Fine in Near Fine jacket. First edition, trade issue. Introduction by D.H. Lawrence. Fine in near fine dustwrapper with slight wear. The trade issue appears to be much scarcer than the limited, numbered edition, particularly in an acceptable jacket. The author's first book.
