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The Titan
Hardcover
Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023145565
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 452
Weight: 1.78
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Theodore Dreiser's The Titan plunges into the heart of early 20th-century American capitalism, exploring the ruthless ambition of financiers and their relentless pursuit of power. Set against the backdrop of a burgeoning Chicago, this novel paints a vivid portrait of a society consumed by business and the intoxicating allure of wealth.
A powerful and enduring work of literary fiction, The Titan delves into the lives of those who shaped the economic landscape, capturing the spirit of an era defined by both unprecedented opportunity and unbridled greed. Dreiser's meticulous attention to historical detail brings this world to life, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the high-stakes world of business and finance. This classic exploration of capitalism remains relevant, prompting reflection on the human cost of ambition and the enduring impact of the titans who built modern America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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