The Happy End - Hergesheimer, Joseph
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"The Happy End" by Joseph Hergesheimer is a captivating work of American literature that delves into the complexities of wealth, society, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Set against the backdrop of high society, Hergesheimer's fiction masterfully intertwines romance, intrigue, and glamour, creating a vivid portrayal of a world driven by social status and ambition. At its core, the novel is character-driven, exploring the psychological depths of its protagonists as they navigate relationships and grapple with the trappings of wealth and ambition. Hergesheimer offers a critique of the…mehr

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"The Happy End" by Joseph Hergesheimer is a captivating work of American literature that delves into the complexities of wealth, society, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Set against the backdrop of high society, Hergesheimer's fiction masterfully intertwines romance, intrigue, and glamour, creating a vivid portrayal of a world driven by social status and ambition. At its core, the novel is character-driven, exploring the psychological depths of its protagonists as they navigate relationships and grapple with the trappings of wealth and ambition. Hergesheimer offers a critique of the American Dream, revealing the inherent challenges and disillusionments that accompany the relentless pursuit of success in high society. Through richly developed characters and intricate plotlines, "The Happy End" shines a light on the complexities of human nature and the dynamics of power and privilege. With its exploration of ambition and social status, Hergesheimer's novel serves as a thought-provoking reflection on the values and aspirations of American society.
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Joseph Hergesheimer was an early twentieth-century American writer best known for his realism novels depicting decadent life among the wealthy. Hergesheimer was born February 15, 1880 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended a Quaker school and graduated from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Hergesheimer released his debut novel, The Lay Anthony, in 1914. Three Black Pennies, published in 1917, detailed the imaginary lives of three generations of Pennsylvania ironmasters and established the author's approach of dealing with upperclass characters through a floridly descriptive manner known as "aestheticism." Hergesheimer's fame varied dramatically over his lifetime, from a high point of praise and popularity in the 1920s to near-total obscurity by the time he died. Java Head, a miscegenation story told from multiple perspectives that is widely regarded as his best novel, was a huge success, and his flamboyant, ornate, highly descriptive style (best seen in works such as the travelogue San Cristobal de la Habana) was praised for its elegance and power.