An American Tragedy
by Theodore Dreiser, Richard R. Lingeman
An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser, Richard R. Lingeman holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 25.7K reader ratings. First published in 1925. The book spans 859 pages.
About An American Tragedy
'An American Tragedy' is the story of Clyde Griffiths, who spends his life in the desperate pursuit of success. On a deeper, more profound level, it is the masterful portrayal of the society whose values both shape Clyde's ambitions and seal his fate; it is an unsurpassed depiction of the harsh realities of American life and of the dark side of the American dream. Extraordinary in scope and power, vivid in its sense of wholesale human waste, unceasing in its rich compassion, 'An American Tragedy' stands as Theodore Dreiser's supreme achievement.Based on an actual criminal case, 'An American Tragedy' was the inspiration for the film 'A Place in the Sun', which won six Academy Awards and starred Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Cliff.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Theodore Dreiser, Richard R. Lingeman |
| Published | 1925 |
| Pages | 859 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.94 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 25,665 |
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What genre is An American Tragedy?
An American Tragedy is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is An American Tragedy worth reading?
Based on 25.7K reader ratings, An American Tragedy has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is An American Tragedy?
An American Tragedy has 859 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote An American Tragedy?
An American Tragedy was written by Theodore Dreiser, Richard R. Lingeman. It was first published in 1925.
What is the ISBN for An American Tragedy?
The ISBN-13 for An American Tragedy is 9780451527710.0.
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