Dreiser, Theodore
The Financier (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780143105541
- author:
- Dreiser, Theodore
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13.2 x 3 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Financier by Theodore Dreiser A searing portrayal of the American dream, The Financier is a gripping tale of ambition and corruption. Frank Cowperwood, a ruthless businessman, embodies the darker side of success, as he navigates a world of greed, power and betrayal. Dreiser's masterful storytelling strips away the facade of the American success story, revealing the brutal realities of a struggle for spoils without conscience or pity. Through Cowperwood's rise and fall, Dreiser delivers a devastating social critique, exposing the corrupting influence of wealth and the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition. This Penguin Classics edition features an introduction and notes by distinguished scholars, providing a deeper understanding of this timeless and thought-provoking novel. With its unflinching portrayal of the human condition, The Financier remains a powerful and thought-provoking read, offering a glimpse into the darker side of the American experience.
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