Contemporary American Novelists (1900-1920)

Contemporary American Novelists (1900-1920) by Carl Van Doren is a critical examination of the evolution of American fiction during the early 20th century, written in the early 1920s. The book surveys notable writers and literary trends, particularly focusing on the transition from local color writing to naturalism, highlighting authors like Hamlin Garland and Upton Sinclair. Van Doren explores how societal influences shaped character types and thematic concerns, reflecting the complexities of American literary progress during a time of significant change.