The Man In The Grey Flannel Suit
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: pen scribble on back of jacket
The Man In The Grey Flannel Suit chronicles the post-war disillusionment of a World War II veteran grappling with the demands of corporate life and suburban conformity. This poignant novel presents a critical look at the American Dream, illustrating the sacrifices and compromises inherent in the pursuit of material success. It uncovers the internal conflicts faced by a generation striving for stability while haunted by past traumas. Wilson's narrative captures the quiet desperation and moral dilemmas of a man caught between his wartime experiences and the pressures of a rapidly changing society. The story details the protagonist's search for meaning amidst the superficiality of 1950s America, offering a timeless commentary on identity and purpose.
Author: Sloan Wilson
Format: Hardback
Published: 1956, Cassell and Company Ltd
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: pen scribble on back of jacket
The Man In The Grey Flannel Suit chronicles the post-war disillusionment of a World War II veteran grappling with the demands of corporate life and suburban conformity. This poignant novel presents a critical look at the American Dream, illustrating the sacrifices and compromises inherent in the pursuit of material success. It uncovers the internal conflicts faced by a generation striving for stability while haunted by past traumas. Wilson's narrative captures the quiet desperation and moral dilemmas of a man caught between his wartime experiences and the pressures of a rapidly changing society. The story details the protagonist's search for meaning amidst the superficiality of 1950s America, offering a timeless commentary on identity and purpose.