Godina izdanja: Ostalo
ISBN: Ostalo
Jezik: Hrvatski
Autor: Strani

Tvrd povez sa omotom, vrlo dobro očuvana, 306 strana, izdanje Znanje Zagreb 1981, edicija Hit

Ragtime is a novel by E. L. Doctorow, published in 1975. It is a work of historical fiction mainly set in the New York City area from 1902 until 1912.

In 1998, the Modern Library ranked Ragtime number 86 on its list of the 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century. TIME included the novel in its TIME 100 Best English-Language Novels from 1923 to 2005

The novel centers on a wealthy family living in New Rochelle, New York, referred to as Father, Mother, Mother`s Younger Brother, Grandfather, and `the little boy`, Father and Mother`s young son. The family business is the manufacture of flags and fireworks, an easy source of wealth due to the national enthusiasm for patriotic displays. Father joins Robert Peary`s expedition to the North Pole, and his return sees a change in his relationship with his wife, who has experienced independence in his absence. Mother`s Younger Brother is a genius at explosives and fireworks but is an insecure, unhappy character who chases after love and excitement. He becomes obsessed with the notorious socialite Evelyn Nesbit, stalking her and embarking on a brief, unsatisfactory affair with her.