The modern American novel refers to the American literature from the end of the 19th century to the middle of the 20th century, mainly including modern literature and post-modern literature. The theme and style of these works were very diverse, including social politics, psychological exploration, history, love, suspense, science fiction, and so on. Some of the famous modern novelists included Faulkner, Ernest Hemmingway, Victor Hugo, Maurice de Beaupassant, and Flaubert. These works were widely translated into many languages and had a profound impact on world literature.