The Gilded Age
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A masterful social satire, this novel explores the corruption, greed, and superficiality of America during the post-Civil War era. Set in a time of rapid industrialization and societal change, it follows a cast of characters who represent the rising tide of political and economic corruption, as well as the disparity between wealth and poverty. Twain and Warner's biting humor shines through as they expose the darker side of the so-called ""Gilded Age"" -a time when the country appeared prosperous on the surface but was plagued by dishonesty, scandal, and inequality beneath. Through vivid charac...
A masterful social satire, this novel explores the corruption, greed, and superficiality of America during the post-Civil War era. Set in a time of rapid industrialization and societal change, it follows a cast of characters who represent the rising tide of political and economic corruption, as well as the disparity between wealth and poverty. Twain and Warner's biting humor shines through as they expose the darker side of the so-called ""Gilded Age"" -a time when the country appeared prosperous on the surface but was plagued by dishonesty, scandal, and inequality beneath. Through vivid characters, including opportunistic politicians, self-serving businessmen, and naive dreamers, the authors offer a sharp critique of the American dream, illustrating how greed and ambition often cloud moral judgment. This enduring classic is as relevant today as it was when first published, providing a lens through which we can examine the complexities of ambition, corruption, and human nature. A timeless exploration of the pursuit of wealth and power, and the consequences that come with it.
![Cover The Writings of Mark Twain [Pseud.]: The Gilded Age; a Tale of Today, by Mark Twain ... and C. D. Warner](https://bilder.buecher.de/produkte/68/68937/68937221n.jpg "The Writings of Mark Twain [Pseud.]: The Gilded Age; a Tale of Today, by Mark Twain ... and C. D. Warner")
