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Published in 1911, Dreiser's bittersweet novel follows his long-suffering protagonist, Jennie Gerhardt, in her efforts to find love and forge a meaningful life. This proves to be difficult in a society quick to judge poverty as a moral failing, a theme that remains relevant today, nearly a century after it was written.
Anonymous
Posted February 27, 2008
This is a classic work of art by a master. Contemporary novels cannot hold a match to this. The characters jump out at you. The reader can't help but empathize with Jennie, her mother, father and Lester. It is true life. Don't miss it!
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Posted August 14, 2002
This is a wonderful book about the hardships of life and what social standings mean to a high class family. Read this book and you will know what I mean by a fabulous book!
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Published in 1911, Dreiser's bittersweet novel follows his long-suffering protagonist, Jennie Gerhardt, in her efforts to find love and forge a meaningful life. This proves to be difficult in a society quick to judge poverty as a moral failing, a theme that remains relevant today, nearly a century after it was written.