Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser, published in 1900, follows the story of Caroline Meeber, a young woman who leaves her small-town home in Wisconsin for Chicago in search of success and happiness. As she struggles with low-wage factory work and poor living conditions, she is swept into relationships with two men, Charles Drouet and George Hurstwood. Despite their support, Carrie becomes entangled in their personal dramas and desires for a more glamorous life. Over time, Carrie rises to fame on Broadway, while Hurstwood falls into despair, eventually committing suicide. The novel explores themes of materialism, the clash between flesh and spirit, loneliness, and the evolving role of women in society. Despite its initial lukewarm reception, Sister Carrie is now considered a landmark in American naturalism.
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