American tragedy (a set of 2 books). Dreiser T.

How attractive the world of wealth, luxury and entertainment is! But Clyde Grifits had the misfortune to be born in a family of poor street preachers. From a young age, he is about being among happy successful people and having their capabilities. Clyde understood early: nothing would help him, unless he himself manages to help himself. In an effort to take a prominent position in society, he starts an affair with 17-year-old Sondra Finchli, the rich heiress of the manufacturer. However, he is burdened by a love affair with a simple factory worker Roberta Oldden. The girl is pregnant and interferes with achieving a cherished goal - to make a career and find a beautiful life. In a desperate pursuit of success, Clyde is ready to go to a crime...