The common themes in the novels of Theodore Dreiser

                                                                

MASTER’S DEGREE IN ENGLISH (MEG-11)

AMERICAN NOVEL

ASSIGNMENT 

(For July, 2022 and January, 2023 Session)

Course Code: MEG-11 

2. Discuss the common themes in the novels of Theodore Dreiser. Answer with suitable examples.

Theodore Dreiser was an American novelist and journalist who is known for his works that explore the darker side of human nature and the struggles of the working class. His novels often deal with themes of social inequality, individualism, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. Some of the common themes found in his works are: 

Ambition and success: Dreiser's novels often depict characters who are driven by ambition and the desire for success. However, the pursuit of success can lead to moral compromise and ethical dilemmas. In his novel "An American Tragedy," the protagonist Clyde Griffiths desires to rise up the social ladder, but his ambition ultimately leads to his downfall.

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