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An American Tragedy

An American Tragedy

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An American Tragedy

by Dreiser, Theodore

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  • Hardcover
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Boni and Liveright, New York, 1926. 5th or later Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine. Near fine 2 volume set in scarce original slipcase box. Sixth printing, September 1926 stated on the copyright pages. This is only 10 months after the first printing. Books are in near fine condition in original dark brown cloth covered boards. Original owner's inscription in both volumes on the front paste down. Slight sunning of the spines. Very sligh foxing on page ends. Original slipcase box (fifth edition) is in good condition. Held together with tape.

Synopsis

An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser fictionalizes a famous murder that happened in the 1906 murder of Grace Brown by Chester Gillette. His version tells the story of Clyde Griffiths, a confused and irresponsible young man. Clyde uses his position as supervisor to take advantage of a young woman, Roberta, who has fallen in love with him. Clyde falls in love with another woman, Sondra, who could provide him an entrance to society. Robert becomes pregnant, and after failing to get her an abortion, Clyde schemes to murder her when she insists on marrying him. Clyde is arrested, tried, and ultimately executed. Time magazine included the novel in its TIME 100 Best English-language Novels from 1923 to 2005 list, and it is considered a classic of American crime fiction.

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Bookseller
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Bookseller's Inventory #
1311083
Title
An American Tragedy
Author
Dreiser, Theodore
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Near Fine
Quantity Available
1
Edition
5th or later Edition
Publisher
Boni and Liveright, New York
Date Published
1926
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May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.

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Bookbid Rare Books is a rare book dealer located in Beverly Hills, California. The family run company has sold modern literary first editions and children's books for over 20 years. Member of ABAA, ILAB.

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