THEODORE DREISER'S FIRST NOVEL "SISTER CARRIE": A GROUNDBREAKING EXPLORATION OF AMERICAN AMBITION

Section: Articles Published Date: 2024-05-21 Pages: 349-356 Views: 214 Downloads: 110

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This article focuses on Theodore Dreiser's exceptional skill as a novelist, with particular emphasis on his debut book, "Sister Carrie". "Sister Carrie" stands as a testament to his exceptional skill as a novelist. It showcases his deliberate writing approach, profound understanding of human psychology, and distinctive stylistic abilities.  Through this novel, Dreiser's deliberate, thorough, and unhurried approach to writing becomes evident, showcasing his mastery of storytelling. "Sister Carrie" not only reveals Dreiser's profound understanding of human psychology but also displays his distinctive stylistic abilities. Considered a seminal work, the novel holds a significant place in both American and global realistic literature of the 20th century.

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