Publisher's Synopsis
The Genius is a novel written by Theodore Dreiser, published in 1915. The story follows the life of Eugene Witla, a talented artist who struggles to find his place in the world. Eugene is raised in poverty and has a difficult childhood, but he possesses a natural talent for drawing and painting. As he grows older, Eugene becomes increasingly obsessed with his art, often neglecting his relationships and responsibilities in pursuit of his passion.Despite his talent, Eugene faces numerous setbacks and obstacles in his artistic career. He struggles to gain recognition in the art world and is repeatedly rejected by galleries and critics. He also faces personal challenges, including a failed marriage and a tumultuous affair with a wealthy woman.Throughout the novel, Dreiser explores themes of ambition, success, and the nature of artistic genius. He portrays Eugene as a flawed but sympathetic character, whose passion for art ultimately leads to both triumph and tragedy.The Genius is considered one of Dreiser's most important works and is often cited as a significant contribution to American literary naturalism. It is a complex and thought-provoking novel that offers a nuanced exploration of the human condition.1914. American author, outstanding representative of naturalism, whose novels depict real-life subjects in a harsh light. Dreiser's books were held to be amoral, and he battled throughout his career against censorship and popular taste. The Genius, a sprawling semiautobiographical chronicle of Dreiser's numerous love affairs, was originally censured by the New York Society for the Suppression of Vice. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
