The Day of the Locust

Nathanael West's "The Day of the Locust" is a scathing critique of the American Dream set against the backdrop of 1930s Hollywood. Through a blend of vivid imagery and surrealist elements, West crafts a narrative that encapsulates the disillusionment and desperation experienced by a host of characters, ranging from aspiring actors to disenchanted dreamers. The novel's literary style is marked by its sharp, satirical tone and fragmented structure, reflecting the chaos and moral decay of a societ ...