MORAL WEAKNESS IN THEODORE DREISER'S AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY

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  • Farmanov Gayrat Xujakulovich Farmanov Gayrat Xujakulovich Author

Keywords:

morally weak character, fear as a source of moral weakness, the influence of ambition on moral character, society and the development of moral weakness, the tragic consequences of moral weakness

Abstract

Theodore Dreiser's An American Tragedy, published in 1925, is one of the most influential novels in American literature and a masterpiece of literary naturalism. The novel explores the complex relationship between individual character, social environment, and personal responsibility through the tragic life of Clyde Griffiths. Born into poverty and raised in a strict religious family, Clyde dreams of escaping his difficult circumstances and becoming wealthy and respected. However, instead of achieving success through honesty and determination, he allows his ambitions, fears, and weaknesses to guide his decisions. As a result, his life ends in tragedy.

Author Biography

  • Farmanov Gayrat Xujakulovich, Farmanov Gayrat Xujakulovich

    Termiz State University

    Senior teacher of  the department of English language and literature

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Published

2026-08-19

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): FRONTIERS OF KNOWLEDGE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY DISCOVERY

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