The Rise of Silas Lapham by William Dean Howells
(9 User reviews)
1983
Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
English
"The Rise of Silas Lapham" by William Dean Howells is a realist novel published in 1885. The story follows self-made businessman Silas Lapham, who builds a fortune in the paint industry but struggles to gain acceptance in Boston's aristocratic society. As the Laphams pursue social status through their daughters' prospects, a complicated romantic tr...
dilemmas test Silas's integrity, forcing him to choose between wealth and principle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Noah Anderson
2 months agoAt first I wasn’t convinced, but it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
Betty Wilson
1 month agoI was skeptical at first, but the material builds progressively without overwhelming the reader. I’ll be referencing this aagin soon.
Daniel Miller
3 months agoHaving read this twice, the writing style is pooetic but not overly flowery. It exceeded all my expectations.
Barbara Miller
1 month agoAfter spending time with this material, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
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Kenneth Williams
6 months agoThis caught my eye instantly and the structure allows easy navigation and quick referencing. This left a lasting impression on me.