Description
Mark Twain and Charles Dudley Warner's satirical novel, "The Gilded Age," offers a biting critique of post-Civil War America, a period of immense industrial growth and rampant corruption. The story intertwines the fates of a struggling Tennessee family and ambitious social climbers, exposing the avarice and moral decay that permeated both public and private spheres. Through sharp wit and keen observation, the authors dissect themes of greed, political corruption, and the stark social inequalities that defined this transformative era. This enduring work serves as a powerful commentary on the dark underbelly of progress and the enduring human capacity for both ambition and exploitation.
Available Editions
paperback
Independently Published
Published Jan 1, 2020
535 pages
ISBN: 9798582744856
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Details
First Published
1873
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Gilded Age by Mark Twain, Charles Dudley Warner.