About “The Rise of Silas Lapham”
The Rise of Silas Lapham is a novel by William Dean Howells that centers on the materialistic rise of Silas Lapham from poverty to wealth through his success in the paint business. His ambition to gain social standing leads him to seek a marriage alliance between his daughter and the aristocratic Corey family, and although he faces moral challenges, including a proposal to sell his mills unethically, he ultimately makes a principled decision.
Book details
- Published
- 1884
- Latest edition
- 1884 · ISBN 9781721849758
- ISBN
- 9781721849758
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The Rise of Silas Lapham?
The Rise of Silas Lapham by William Dean Howells has 800 pages.
