Publisher's Synopsis
The Titan is a novel written by American author Theodore Dreiser. It was first published in 1914 and is the second book in Dreiser's trilogy of novels about the rise of a wealthy and powerful businessman named Frank Cowperwood. The novel is set in the late 19th century and follows Cowperwood as he navigates the world of finance, politics, and high society in Philadelphia and Chicago.The story begins with Cowperwood's release from prison after he was convicted of financial fraud. He immediately sets out to rebuild his fortune and reputation, using his charm, intelligence, and business acumen to amass a vast fortune and become one of the most powerful men in the city. Along the way, he engages in numerous affairs and manipulates those around him to further his own interests.As Cowperwood's power and influence grow, he becomes embroiled in a number of scandals and controversies, including a major financial panic and a high-profile affair with a prominent socialite. Despite these setbacks, he continues to rise to the top of the business world, using his wealth and influence to shape the political and economic landscape of the country.The Titan is a sweeping epic that explores themes of ambition, greed, power, and corruption. It is widely regarded as one of Dreiser's greatest works and a classic of American literature.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. This is the second of a three book series, the first being The Financier, which continues the saga of Frank Cowperwood's quest for power and wealth through the use of financial acumen. The novel can also be viewed as a fictionalized history lesson of the tactics employed by the political and financial shakers and movers of that period. 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.
