The rise of Silas Lapham
Book • 1928
'The Rise of Silas Lapham' tells the story of Silas Lapham, a self-made paint magnate who rises from humble beginnings to wealth and prominence.
As Silas seeks to enter Boston's high society, he confronts moral dilemmas and faces the challenges of maintaining his integrity in a world of social climbing and financial speculation.
The novel explores themes of class, ambition, and the conflict between traditional values and the pursuit of material success.
Howells provides a nuanced portrayal of American society in the late 19th century, examining the complexities of human nature and the price of ambition.
As Silas seeks to enter Boston's high society, he confronts moral dilemmas and faces the challenges of maintaining his integrity in a world of social climbing and financial speculation.
The novel explores themes of class, ambition, and the conflict between traditional values and the pursuit of material success.
Howells provides a nuanced portrayal of American society in the late 19th century, examining the complexities of human nature and the price of ambition.
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