"The Adventures of Augie March"

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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the novel "The Adventures of Augie March," written by Saul Bellow. Specifically it discusses some of the characters in the novel and the ways they are depicted in the story. It then describes the author's preoccupation with the physically and mentally disabled characters populating the life of the main character, Augie.

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"In conclusion, the flawed characters in this novel add to the rich texture and fabric of the work. Augie must learn lessons from these characters by learning how to overcome many of his own flaws. Augie does learn that life in American society is a struggle, but there is still happiness waiting to be found somewhere in all the chaos. Bellow's use of disability and distress helps define his major theme of overcoming obstacles and an individual's struggle with society. By using characters with disabilities, he enhances this theme by illustrating the unique struggle of individuals who are outside the norm of standard society."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Author Not Available. "I Got a Scheme!", New Yorker, 0028792X, 4/25/2005, Vol. 81, Issue 10.
• Bach, Gerhard, ed. The Critical Response to Saul Bellow. Westport, CT: Greenwood Press, 1995.
• Bellow, Saul. The Adventures of Augie March. New York: The Viking Press, 1953.
• Nilsen, Don L.F. "Humorous Contemporary Jewish-American Authors: An Overview of the Criticism." MELUS 21.4 (1996): 71+.

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