Babbitt

Sinclair Lewis?s Nobel Prize?winning satire of the American middle class Zenith is like many American cities in the wake of the First World War: midsize, industrial, booming with opportunities for enterprising capitalists. But Zenith is unique as a middling metropolis; within its wandering streets walks one George Babbitt, world-class realtor, American dreamer, social climber, and civic booster. ? But unexpectedly, dark clouds appear on Babbitt?s horizon: his best friend, a convicted murderer? His eldest daughter, a wretched socialist? Coddled by the trappings of his professional and personal success, how can Babbitt become stricken with loneliness, dissatisfaction, and frustration? ? First published in 1922, Lewis Sinclair?s contentious bestselling satire of middle-class America is more relevant than ever. ? This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.