The Financier by Theodore Dreiser

by Theodore Dreiser

Overview

THE FINANCIER concerns the rise and fall of Algernon Cowperwood from obscurity to great power in Philadelphia finance, his marriage, and his ruin. After seemingly being destroyed, Cowperwood rises in the face of adversity in an attempt to regain his lost success.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940014097444
Publisher:	Halcyon Press Ltd.
Publication date:	02/03/2012
Series:	Halcyon Classics , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Theodore Herman Albert Dreiser (1871-1945) was an influential American writer. Born in Indiana to a devoutly Roman Catholic family, Dreiser first worked as journalist for several midwest newspapers before turning to writing novels in 1900. A member of the naturalist school, Dreiser's works often depict deeply or tragically flawed characters who nonetheless succeed, often in the face of strong odds. His frequent portrayal of sexual promiscuity often led to attempts to censor his work.