"Sister Carrie" by Theodore Dreiser tells the story of Caroline Meeber, known as Carrie, who moves to the bustling city of Chicago from a small town, seeking a new life. As Carrie ventures into the complexities of urban life, she struggles with the contrasting forces of ambition and morality. She uses her relationships to climb the social ladder, eventually moving to New York and becoming a successful actress. However, her rise to wealth and fame brings little personal happiness, and she grapples with loneliness and discontent. This novel explores themes of ambition, the pursuit of happiness, and the American Dream's illusion. Dreiser's work is a vivid commentary on the impact of industrialization and consumerism on American society and the individual's role within it.
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