Henry Blake Fuller
Henry Blake Fuller was an American novelist and short story writer. He was born and worked in Chicago, Illinois. He is perhaps the earliest novelist from Chicago to gain a national reputation. His exploration of city life was seen as revelatory, and later in his life he was perhaps the earliest established American author to explore homosexuality in fiction.
With the Procession
In a city on the cusp of change, a family confronts illness, social upheaval, and the return of a son who embodies a world of new possibilities and challenges to their established way of life.
By Henry Blake Fuller
The Cliff-Dwellers: A Novel
Amidst the backdrop of a burgeoning metropolis, a young man wrestles with familial expectations, societal pressures, and the intricate tapestry of relationships that define his existence.
By Henry Blake Fuller
Bertram Cope's Year
** In a close-knit college town, a young instructor finds himself the center of attention, sparking connections and stirring social dynamics among the locals.
By Henry Blake Fuller
Under the Skylights
A passionate author is caught between his desire for community reform and the superficial allure of city life, forcing him to confront his own identity and values.
By Henry Blake Fuller
On the Stairs
Two young boys from different backgrounds navigate life's challenges, revealing a stark contrast between ambition and inheritance.
By Henry Blake Fuller