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About The Book: Sinclair Lewis's satirical novel "Main Street," published in 1920, portrays the life and struggles of Carol Milford Kennicott in the fictional town of Gopher Prairie, based on Lewis's hometown. Set in the 1910s, the story critiques small-town mentality, incorporating events like World War I and Prohibition. Carol's attempts to reform the town face resistance, leading to her departure. Lewis received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1930, with "Main Street" cited for its descriptive art and character creation. The book ranked #68 on the Modern Library's list of the 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century. About The Author: Sinclair Lewis (1885–1951), the first American Nobel Prize in Literature recipient, authored novels critical of interwar American capitalism. Notable works include "Main Street," "Babbitt," and "Elmer Gantry." His literary career began with poetry and short sketches at Yale, leading to varied jobs and travels. Settling briefly in Carmel and San Francisco, he connected with notable writers. Lewis's impact lies in his vivid characterizations of modern working women and satirical take on American society. The Title 'Main Street written/authored/edited by Sinclair Lewis', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121280389 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 463 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Classic Fiction , Contemporary Fiction. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-