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A Deal In Wheat

Frank Norris
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A Deal In Wheat

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1903

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Frank Norris

A Deal In Wheat

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1903
Book Details
Pages

11

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1903

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Reviews & Readership

3.4

154 ratings

46%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

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A Deal In Wheat by Frank Norris receives praise for its vivid depiction of the economic struggle and masterful storytelling, capturing the harsh realities of market manipulation on farmers. However, some critics note the story's brevity as a drawback, wishing for more depth in character development. Overall, it's lauded for its impactful narrative and social commentary.

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Who Should Read A Deal In Wheat?

Readers who appreciate A Deal in Wheat by Frank Norris are typically drawn to early 20th-century American literature, with a keen interest in socio-economic themes and naturalism. Comparable to fans of Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle or John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath, they value incisive critiques of industrial capitalism and its human impact.

3.4

154 ratings

46%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

11

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1903

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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