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Free Air (Paperback)
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Free Air (Paperback)
Series: Mint Editions
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List price R315
Loot Price R267
Discovery Miles 2 670
You Save R48 (15%)
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Bored of the parties and luxuries that come with her socialite
lifestyle, Claire Boltwood longs for something more authentic in
her life. Desperate for adventure, Claire and her father decide to
travel from New York City to the Pacific Northwest in their
automobile, a new privilege enjoyed by the rich. Though he is a
clever businessman, Claire's father knows nothing about cars, so he
encourages Claire to drive, challenging the gender stereotypes of
the early 20th century. Starting in New York City, Claire and her
father hit the open road, feeling exhilarated and free. As they
travel northwest, they eat food from cuisine below their usual
standards, see new sights, and face everyday problems that people
of their privilege usually do not. Among these problems is an
unexpected trouble with their car, and so the Boltwood's are forced
to stay in a small town nearby as they leave their automobile in
the hands of a mechanic named Milt Daggett. Born and raised in the
small, unassuming town, Milt is one of the few people within the
town that aspires for more in his life. But, he was caught in a rut
before he met Claire. As the two grow closer and inspire drastic
changes in the other's personality, Claire and Milt realize that
the unfortunate circumstances that led to their chance encounter
might have been the best thing to ever happen in their lives. With
surprising sentimentality and authenticity, Sinclair Lewis' Free
Air awakens a yearning in its reader's soul. Featuring detailed
descriptions of the Boltwood's travels and the people they meet,
Free Air creates a visceral reading experience. Set during the
early 20th century in various states in America, Lewis depicts
themes of class, feminism, and egalitarianism as Free Air provides
an intimate look into American culture. This edition of Free Air by
Sinclair Lewis features an eye-catching new cover design and is
printed in a modern font to cater to contemporary audiences.
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