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Sinclair Lewis’ 'It Can’t Happen Here' And Now

WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Joe Donahue
Published January 31, 2017 at 11:34 AM EST
Book Cover - It Can't Happen Here

Originally published in 1935 as a response to the rise of Hitler and Mussolini in Europe, Sinclair Lewis’ It Can’t Happen Here has renewed relevance in the wake of Donald Trump’s campaign and election.

Physical sales for the Signet Classics mass-market edition of It Can’t Happen Here are up 1100% over last year’s sales, and eBook sales have jumped 750%.

Dr. Sally Parry, executive director of the Sinclair Lewis Society, joins us this morning to discuss this shockingly prescient novel that remains as fresh and contemporary as today’s news. 
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