Theodore Dreiser

Theodore Dreiser, the acclaimed author of An American Tragedy, is renowned for his unflinching portrayal of human nature and social realities in early 20th-century America. In this powerful novel, Dreiser examines the life of Clyde Griffiths, a young man caught in the web of ambition and desire, offering a stark critique of the American Dream and the societal constraints that shape individual destinies. Through his masterful exploration of moral dilemmas and the pressures of societal expectations, Dreiser paints a vivid picture of early 20th-century America, highlighting the complexities of class, wealth, and morality. His portrayal of psychological drama and moral failure offers a poignant exploration of the darker aspects of human nature, making this novel a key work in the study of literary tragedy and psychological realism in literature.