American Pastoral: A Novel

by Philip Roth

2026

This novel follows the life of a Jewish immigrant's son who achieves the American dream, only to see it shatter during the turbulent 1960s. When his daughter embraces radical politics with devastating consequences, his seemingly perfect world unravels, forcing him to confront the collision of personal happiness and historical chaos. Readers who appreciate sweeping sagas of postwar America and the complex unraveling of idealized lives will find this a profound and unforgettable experience.

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