What is Nathanael West best known for?

Nathanael West is best known for The Day of the Locust, published in 1939 with 31 ratings and a 3.5 average. It is the most-rated of Nathanael West's books on SansFiction.

How many books has Nathanael West written?

SansFiction lists 2 books by Nathanael West, published between 1933 and 1939. The most popular are The Day of the Locust and Miss Lonelyhearts.

Which Nathanael West book should I read first?

The Day of the Locust is the usual place to start: it is Nathanael West's most-rated book here, with a 3.5 average.

What genres does Nathanael West write?

Nathanael West's books on SansFiction are tagged Classics, Fiction and Hollywood (Los Angeles.

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Books on SansFiction: 2
Published: 1933–1939
Average rating: 3.6 / 5 across 60 ratings
Genres: Classics, Fiction, Hollywood (Los Angeles

Start here: The Day of the Locust (1939)

Following the tale of Tod Hackett - a brilliant young artist who is brought to an LA studio as a set designer - 'The Day of the Locust' is an exposure of the sordid reality beneath the surface of Hollywood.

Common questions about Nathanael West

What is Nathanael West best known for?: Nathanael West is best known for The Day of the Locust, published in 1939 with 31 ratings and a 3.5 average. It is the most-rated of Nathanael West's books on SansFiction.
How many books has Nathanael West written?: SansFiction lists 2 books by Nathanael West, published between 1933 and 1939. The most popular are The Day of the Locust and Miss Lonelyhearts.
Which Nathanael West book should I read first?: The Day of the Locust is the usual place to start: it is Nathanael West's most-rated book here, with a 3.5 average.
What genres does Nathanael West write?: Nathanael West's books on SansFiction are tagged Classics, Fiction and Hollywood (Los Angeles.

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