The Titan (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162636818)

The Titan is a novel written by Theodore Dreiser that was originally published in 1914. It is the second book in the trilogy, The Trilogy of Desire, which also includes The Financier and The Stoic. The novel is set in the late 19th century and tells the story of a young man named Frank Cowperwood, who is a financial wizard and a master of manipulation. Frank is a self-made man who rises from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful and influential men in the city of Philadelphia. He is an ambitious and ruthless businessman who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals. He is also a womanizer, who has affairs with many women, including his own wife.The novel follows Frank's rise to power, his financial schemes, and his personal relationships. It also explores the themes of greed, ambition, and corruption in American society during the Gilded Age. Throughout the novel, Frank faces many challenges and setbacks, including a financial crisis that threatens to ruin him. He must use all of his cunning and skill to survive and maintain his position of power.The Titan is a powerful and compelling novel that provides a fascinating look at the world of finance and business during the late 19th century. It is a timeless classic that continues to be read and studied today.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.

Author: Theodore Dreiser
ISBN-10: 1162636815
ISBN-13: 9781162636818
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 560
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.14d