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Rise of Silas Lapham
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SKU: 9780140390308
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Follow Silas Lapham’s journey from rags to riches in 19th-century Boston. This captivating novel explores themes of ambition, social climbing, and the American Dream in the Gilded Age. Experience the rise and fall of a self-made millionaire as he navigates the complexities of wealth, family, and moral values. A must-read by William Dean Howells.
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Geetanshi Kandwal –
Howells paints a vivid picture of the Gilded Age. Silas is a complex and compelling character. I enjoyed it.
Ishika Sharma –
A fascinating study of ambition and its consequences. Highly recommended! The moral dilemmas were strong!
Shivani Ghaloth –
A powerful exploration of the American Dream. Silas’s struggles felt very real. I especially enjoyed the dialogues between characters as they felt very real and alive.
Bysani Sai Rasmitha –
I struggled to connect with the characters, but the book offers a valuable glimpse into a bygone era.
Swapnil Harishbhai Patel –
An excellent novel that examines the challenges of wealth and morality. Silas is a flawed but ultimately good man.
Ansh Gautam –
A classic! Silas Lapham’s story is both inspiring and heartbreaking. The writing is a bit dense at times, but the themes are timeless.
Piyush Upadhyay –
A bit too focused on social details for my liking, but the underlying message about integrity resonated with me.
Shivam Dhiran –
I appreciated the historical context, but found the plot a little predictable.
Shaikh Sahaban Badsha –
Howells’ prose is exquisite. Silas Lapham is a tragic figure, but his story is ultimately uplifting. The prose is exquisite and the characters really come to life.
Rohit Bhardwaz –
Found it a bit slow-paced for my taste, but the social commentary is sharp. Not sure I loved it, but I appreciate it.
Hareesh Kumar S –
The language felt a little dated, but the story of Silas Lapham is still relevant today.
Mahima Singh –
Interesting look at wealth and morality in old Boston. Some parts dragged, but overall a worthwhile read.
Himanshi –
A well-written but slow-paced novel with interesting themes. This book wasn’t for me but someone looking for classic literature will love it.
Aarti Monga –
A beautifully written novel with memorable characters. I was completely absorbed in Silas’s world.
Simran Kaur Juneja –
Some scenes were boring, but the ending made it worth the effort. A thought-provoking book.