Winesburg, Ohio by Sherwood Anderson
"Winesburg, Ohio" is a collection of interconnected short stories that paints a picture of life in a small town in the early 20th century. The book captures the hopes, dreams, and despair of the inhabitants of Winesburg, focusing on a young reporter as he interacts with the townspeople. Each character's story reveals their inner struggles, loneliness, and search for understanding and connection, providing a profound exploration of human nature and the complexities of life in a small community.
The 286th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1099
Since this book was first published in 1919, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 1099.0.
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