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Discuss the influence of Realism and Naturalism in Theodore Dreiser’s approach to storytelling and character development in the novel.
Discuss the role of gender in the novel. In what ways do characters uphold or challenge gender stereotypes? Support your answer with evidence from the text.
What is the relationship between Clyde’s downfall and the “tragedy” genre?
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