Look Homeward, Angel (Illustrated) #943690

• Illustrated Edition featuring 20 detailed illustrations
• Includes a complete story summary
• Contains a curated characters list
• Features an insightful author biography

Look Homeward, Angel by Thomas Wolfe is a timeless American classic that captures the restless spirit of youth, the pain of growing up, and the unbreakable pull of memory. Set in the evocative Southern town of Altamont, the novel follows the emotional and intellectual journey of Eugene Gant, a young man torn between his deep roots and his overwhelming desire to escape them.
Born into a turbulent household shaped by ambition, conflict, and unspoken love, Eugene grows up observing the beauty and cruelty of family life. As he matures, his hunger for knowledge, art, and meaning drives him beyond his hometown—yet the echoes of his past continue to shape his soul. Wolfe’s rich, poetic prose transforms ordinary moments into profound meditations on time, identity, and the search for belonging.
This illustrated edition brings the novel to life with 20 carefully crafted illustrations, enhancing the emotional depth of the story. Supplemented with a clear summary, a comprehensive characters list, and an author biography, this volume offers both new readers and classic literature enthusiasts a complete and immersive reading experience.
Bold, emotional, and unforgettable, Look Homeward, Angel stands as a powerful portrait of ambition, loss, and the universal longing to find one’s place in the world—making it an essential addition to any classic literature collection.