An American Tragedy

Ambition promises success—but it can demand everything in return.

In An American Tragedy, Theodore Dreiser delivers a powerful portrait of desire and moral collapse in early twentieth-century America. Following a young man driven by status and opportunity, the novel exposes how social pressure, temptation, and unchecked ambition can lead to devastating consequences.

With unflinching realism and psychological depth, Dreiser examines class, wealth, responsibility, and the cost of chasing an idealized dream. The story's tension builds relentlessly, revealing how personal choices collide with social forces in a society obsessed with success.

A landmark of American literature and a haunting exploration of ambition, guilt, and fate.

© 2026 Antique Editions (Libro electrónico): 9782379262708

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Libro electrónico: 5 de febrero de 2026