H. L. Mencken On Theodore Dreiser

H. L. Mencken On Theodore Dreiser is a non-fiction book written by H. L. Mencken, a prominent American journalist, essayist, and literary critic. The book is a collection of Mencken's critical essays and reviews on the works of Theodore Dreiser, an American novelist and journalist, who is considered one of the most influential writers of the early 20th century.The book includes Mencken's insightful analysis of Dreiser's major works such as Sister Carrie, An American Tragedy, and The Titan, as well as his lesser-known works. Mencken's essays provide a deep understanding of Dreiser's writing style, themes, and characters, and offer a critical evaluation of his literary contributions.In addition to Mencken's essays, the book also includes a preface by Mencken's biographer, William Manchester, and an introduction by the editor, Richard Lehan. The preface provides a brief overview of Mencken's life and career, while the introduction contextualizes Mencken's critical essays within the broader literary and cultural landscape of the early 20th century.Overall, H. L. Mencken On Theodore Dreiser is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the works of Theodore Dreiser, as well as for those interested in the history of American literature and literary criticism.THIS 88 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: A Book of Prefaces, by H. L. Mencken. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417906812.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.