The Tragedy of America

Author: Dreiser
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: An American Tragedy is Dreiser's masterpiece. Dreiser published over a dozen influential novels, and An American Tragedy represents his highest literary achievement. This work brought him worldwide acclaim. The protagonist of this book, Clyde, was originally the son of a poor minister. His parents were devoutly religious and often took their children out to preach God's will, singing psalms. However, the onlookers paid them no mind, either giving them cold stares or mocking them. They grew up without proper education but were repeatedly wounded in spirit. Their family did not find happiness through their worship of Jesus; instead, they ended up struggling to make ends meet.