"Dark Laughter" is a novel by Sherwood Anderson that explores the lives and relationships of a group of bohemians living in a Midwestern city during the 1920s. The story is centered around the character of Harry White, a disillusioned writer who has given up on his dreams of literary success and spends his days drinking and socializing with a group of artists and intellectuals. As Harry becomes more deeply involved in the group's hedonistic lifestyle, he begins to question his own values and beliefs, and struggles to find meaning and purpose in his life. The novel is characterized by its dark, satirical humor and its unflinching portrayal of the seedy underbelly of 1920s society. Through its vivid characters and sharp dialogue, "Dark Laughter" offers a biting commentary on the cultural and social forces that shape human behavior, as well as a deeply moving exploration of the human struggle for identity, connection, and meaning. Overall, "Dark Laughter" is a powerful and thought-provoking work of fiction that remains relevant and engaging more than 90 years after its initial publication.
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