The Mansion
The Mansion
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Novel • Fiction
Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi • 1940s
1965
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Mansion by William Faulkner is the third novel in the Snopes trilogy. It follows the complex interactions and conflicts among residents of Yoknapatawpha County. The story explores themes of power, ambition, and social change as characters navigate family dynamics and societal pressures in the American South.
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Melancholic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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In The Mansion, Faulkner's narrative brilliance and exploration of Southern life receive high praise. Critics appreciate the complex characters and intricate plot. However, some find its dense prose challenging. The novel stands as a powerful conclusion to the Snopes trilogy, offering a rich, albeit demanding, literary experience.
Who Should Read The Mansion?
A reader who enjoys The Mansion by William Faulkner likely appreciates intricate narratives and Southern Gothic literature. They might also enjoy To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and Beloved by Toni Morrison, as these works share themes of social justice and explore complex human emotions within richly detailed settings.
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The Mansion is the third novel in William Faulkner's acclaimed Snopes trilogy, which explores the rise of the Snopes family in the fictional Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi.
The novel reflects Faulkner's keen interest in exploring themes of morality and social class within the South, as he intricately weaves the narratives of numerous complex characters.
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Faulkner continued to write in his signature style of using multiple perspectives and a nonlinear narrative, which is evident in The Mansion, adding depth and richness to the storytelling.
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Novel • Fiction
Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi • 1940s
1965
Adult
18+ years
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