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An American tragedy, v. 1: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

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An American tragedy, v. 1 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dreiser, Theodore (1871–1945).

Catalogue synopsis

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"An American Tragedy, v. 1" by Theodore Dreiser is a novel published in 1925. Based on a real 1906 murder case, it follows Clyde Griffiths, a young man from a poor religious family who pursues wealth and status. Working at his uncle's factory, he becomes entangled with two women: Roberta, a factory worker he gets pregnant, and Sondra, a wealthy socialite. Torn between obligation and ambition, Clyde's choices lead him toward a tragic fate on a remote lake.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: An American tragedy, v. 1
  • Author credits: Dreiser, Theodore (1871–1945)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • American Dream -- Fiction
  • New York (State) -- Fiction
  • Social classes -- Fiction
  • Trials (Murder) -- Fiction
  • Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
  • Young men -- Fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: American Literature
  • Category: Novels

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