A source of inspiration to writers from William Faulkner to Saul Bellow and Joyce Carol Oates, Dreiser's remarkable first novel is an eminently American roller-coaster of rapidly rising and falling fortunes. Banned after its initial publication in 1900, its realist narrative counterplays the story of a young woman seduced by the modern city with that of the middle-aged man who enslaves himself with his love for her. This is the only paperback version using the text widely regarded by scholars as Dreiser's final version.
This landmark novel about a small-town girl who runs away to the big city has been hailed as one of the greatest portraits of urban life in American literature. When Theodore Dreiser's epic first novel stormed onto the literary scene in 1900, it was a breath of fresh air in more ways than one. Celebrated for the vibrant and gritty realism of its portrayal of city life, Sister Carrie also gave the world an unforgettable heroine--a thoroughly modern young woman who turned the traditional cautionary tale of the fallen woman on its head. When Carrie Meeber runs away to Chicago, she has nothing to rely on but her beauty and a fierce determination to improve her life. She escapes work in a factory by becoming the mistress of first one man and then a more successful one but ultimately leaves them behind for success and fame on the stage in New York. Long hailed as one of the best novels of the twentieth century, Sister Carrie provides a panoramic view of the dynamic and relentless forces that still drive city life and American culture.
Carrie is plain, reserved and keeps to herself. Not because that's her personality, but rather to keep herself from being the center of attention. See, Carrie doesn't date. At all. She's also reached a point in her life where she's tired of having to explain why, which is the reason for her introverted behavior. Carrie is also the opposite of the type of girl Joe usually goes after. Not that Joe has to work for the attention of a woman, but normally he wouldn't even give someone like Carrie a second glance. Joe is laid back, out-going and makes friends everywhere he goes, so he knows right away that he won't have anything in common with the timid and mousy looking Carrie. Except their mutual friend, Stacy, that is. Only Joe doesn't exactly make the best first impression on Carrie, which results in him having to work harder than normal to even form some kind of friendship with her. Joe starts out trying to win Carrie's friendship for the sake of his friendship with Stacy, but the more he gets to know Carrie, the more he realizes just how wrong he was about her. A friendship emerges and feelings that are more than friendly start to threaten the easy relationship Joe and Carrie fall into, until one day the metaphorical curtain over Joe's eyes gets pulled back and he sees Carrie in an entirely different light.
The Sister Carrie edition that was published in 1900, long regarded as a watershed work in American fiction, was actually a censored misrepresentation of Drieser's original story. When, 80 years later, the Pennsylvania Edition first appeared, replete with scholarly apparatus, it was hailed from coast to coast as a literary event of major importance. The Pennsylvania Edition restored the 36,000 words that had been excised at the insistence of the author's wife, his publisher, and a friend. This edition contains the complete, unexpurgated text, without the scholarly apparatus, plus a new introductory essay by Thomas P. Riggio.
Theodore Dreiser's "Sister Carrie" paints a vivid portrait of ambition and social mobility in turn-of-the-century America. Set against the bustling backdrops of Chicago and New York City, this work of American realism explores themes of aspiration and the complexities of navigating a rapidly changing society. A timeless classic of literary fiction, the novel delves into the experiences of individuals striving for a better life. Often studied for its frank portrayal of social issues, "Sister Carrie" offers a compelling look at city life and the pursuit of dreams. This meticulously prepared edition preserves the integrity of Dreiser's original work, allowing readers to experience the story as it was first intended. A significant work of literature that continues to resonate with its powerful exploration of human desire and the allure of success. Explores themes related to mistresses.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
""Miss Carrie Peter and Trophies in India"" is a novel written by Tamar Wright Sterling. The story follows Miss Carrie Peter, a young British woman who travels to India in the early 20th century. She is accompanied by her father, a wealthy businessman who is interested in acquiring hunting trophies. Miss Carrie, however, is more interested in exploring the culture and people of India.As she travels through the country, Miss Carrie encounters different people and experiences that challenge her worldview. She becomes friends with a group of Indian women who introduce her to their customs and traditions. She also meets a young Indian man named Ravi, who helps her navigate the complexities of Indian society.Throughout the novel, Miss Carrie struggles with her father's obsession with hunting and the exploitation of Indian wildlife. She begins to question her own privileged position as a British woman in India and the impact of colonialism on the country.""Miss Carrie Peter and Trophies in India"" is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of cultural identity, imperialism, and social justice. It offers a unique perspective on British colonialism in India and the complexities of cross-cultural relationships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
First published in 1900, "Sister Carrie" is Theodore Dreiser's classic tale of Caroline "Sister Carrie" Meeber, a young woman living in rural Wisconsin who yearns for a more urban life. She takes the train to Chicago where she is taken in by her older sister Minnie and her husband. Caroline attempts to make her way in Chicago first by obtaining a job in a factory but is quickly confronted with the coarse reality of a working class life. When she becomes ill, and loses her factory job as a consequence, she must find another way to advance her station in life. An opportunity presents itself in the form of Charles H. Drouet, a buoyant traveling salesman whom Caroline first met on the train to Chicago and reencounters after losing her job in the factory. After dining with Drouet, who desires her affection, she is persuaded to move in with him. Caroline discovers that through her beauty she can achieve the material reward that she desires, first through a series of love affairs, and then ultimately by pursuing a career as an actress. Due to its unconventional morality and unromantic depiction of modern life "Sister Carrie" received a mixed response when first published, but since that time has come to be regarded as an American Classic. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.
