Journaliste engagé, militant socialiste, romancier hors norme, Theodore Dreiser (1871 - 1945) est considéré comme le père de la littérature américaine du XX siècle. Le grand critique et théoricien des lettres américaines H. L. Mencken dit que « Dreiser a joué dans la littérature américaine le rôle qu'a joué Darwin dans la biologie, il l'a transformée radicalement ». Les plus grands écrivains américains du XXe siècle se sont, en effet, réclamé de son héritage.
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"The Financier" is a novel by Theodore Dreiser, inspired by the life of Charles Yerkes, a streetcar tycoon. The story follows Frank Cowperwood, who starts his financial journey by making a profitable deal with soap and later becomes involved in investment and misuse of municipal funds. The Great Chicago Fire leads to his bankruptcy and exposure, and he attempts to avoid jail time through intimidation. The novel includes historical references to figures like Abraham Lincoln and events such as the Battle of Gettysburg. Dreiser modeled the main character after Charles Yerkes and alludes to various artworks and musical preferences of the characters. The book also references literary works like "Jane Eyre" and "Macbeth." Overall, "The Financier" provides a captivating portrayal of financial intrigue and historical context.
Título : The Financier: A Quick Read edition
EAN : 9782385822712
Editorial : Quick Read
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