Dreiser, Theodore

Sister Carrie (Vintage Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780593314883
author:
Dreiser, Theodore
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Vintage Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
464
Dimensions:
20.3 x 13.2 centimetres (0.37 kg
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£10.21

Description

Sister Carrie, Theodore Dreiser's groundbreaking novel, offers a vivid portrayal of urban life in early 20th-century America. Published in 1900, it was a pioneering work that captured the essence of city living with unflinching realism. The story follows Carrie Meeber, a young woman who leaves her small-town life behind to seek fortune and fame in Chicago. Her journey takes her through various relationships and experiences, ultimately leading her to the stage in New York. This novel provides a compelling insight into the dynamic forces that shape city life and American culture. A landmark of American literature, Sister Carrie has been widely acclaimed for its portrayal of a modern young woman who defies traditional expectations.

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