The Magnificent Ambersons
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Major Amberson had "made a fortune" in 1873, when other people were losing fortunes, and the magnificence of the Ambersons began then. Magnificence, like the size of a fortune, is always comparative, as even Magnificent Lorenzo may now perceive, if he has happened to haunt New York in 1916; and ...
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3/5
Reviewed by Msed on Aug 26, 2009
A pleasant read.
The superlative in the title hinted at a downfall of some sort, so the plot was often expected. She was very generous and believable at explaining the behavior of someone who "often wanted hanging."
5/5 
Reviewed by JoePietnik on Dec 12, 2008
Excellent Reading
I enjoyed reading this book very much. I had seen the movie of the same title a few weeks ago that had been directed by Orsen Welles and wanted to read the book. I was more than pleased. Anyone wishing to discuss this novel, feel free to to contact me.
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Ratings for 'The Magnificent Ambersons' by Tarkington, Booth
| beuller | | 2013-01-02 | |
| Faustess |  | 2010-06-29 | |
| JoannaMegan | | 2012-11-13 | |
| JoePietnik | | Read review | 2008-12-12 |
| micchappell | | 2010-08-21 | |
| Msed | | Read review | 2009-08-26 |
| Suzz | | 2009-02-14 |
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