Frank Norris

1870–1902

1 series 2 books in order 1901–2000

Frank Norris (1870-1902) was an American journalist and novelist known as a leader of the Naturalism movement. He believed that novels should have a moral purpose, stating that "the novel with a purpose" brings attention to the tragedies and injustices of others. Norris aimed to highlight issues such as injustice, crime, and inequality through his writing. His work reflected a commitment to exposing social realities.

Born: 1870
Active years: 1901–2000
Known for: The Epic of the Wheat

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Series by Frank Norris

The Epic of the Wheat

2 books in order · 1901–2000

The Octopus: A Story of California

1901 · Frank Norris

Nominally a fictional story of disputes between a railroad and ranchers in California, this novel is actually a stern critique of the Central Pacific…
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The Pit

2000 · Frank Norris

The Pit is a literary critique of capitalism in the United States at the turn of the century. It follows an obsessed trader who attempts to corner…
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We list 2 books by Frank Norris across 1 series, published between 1901–2000 — each shown in full reading order.

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