“The mystery of life--its inexplicability, beauty, cruelty, tenderness, folly . . . has occupied the greater part of my waking thoughts; and in reverence or rage or irony, as the moment or situation might dictate, I have pondered and even demanded of cosmic energy to know Why.”
Quote by Theodore Dreiser
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Theodore Dreiser: a selection of uncollected prose
Theodore Dreiser: a selection of uncollected prose is a compilation of previously unpublished prose pieces by Theodore Dreiser, an influential American author. The collection provides insight into Dreiser's writing beyond his more widely recognized novels, offering a glimpse into his broader literary output and his exploration of various themes. more
Author
Theodore Dreiser
Theodore Dreiser was a prominent American novelist known for his profound social realism. His works often focused on the lives and moral dilemmas of the American middle class, with notable novels including 'The Financier' and 'An American Tragedy'. Dreiser's writing style had a significant impact on 20th-century American literature. more
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