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These four landmark novels of nineteenth-century American literature have gained a permanent place in our culture as great classics. They are not only part of our national heritage, but masterpieces of world literature whose deep and lasting influence is felt to this day. The... Read Full Overview

These four landmark novels of nineteenth-century American literature have gained a permanent place in our culture as great classics. They are not only part of our national heritage, but masterpieces of world literature whose deep and lasting influence is felt to this day. The... Read Full Overview

Shining examples of American literature at its best, these four novels explore timeless themes--adventure, war, sex, and morality--through compelling narratives. An adulteress, a runaway boy, a terrified soldier, and a maltreated sailor--the heroes of these novels have become... Read Full Overview

Shining examples of American literature at its best, these four novels explore timeless themes--adventure, war, sex, and morality--through compelling narratives. An adulteress, a runaway boy, a terrified soldier, and a maltreated sailor--the heroes of these novels have become... Read Full Overview

Shining examples of American literature at its best, these four novels explore timeless themes--adventure, war, sex, and morality--through compelling narratives. An adulteress, a runaway boy, a terrified soldier, and a maltreated sailor--the heroes of these novels have become... Read Full Overview