The Gilded Age
Book Review
«The Gilded Age» by Mark Twain and Charles Dudley Warner is a satirical novel that sharply critiques American society at the end of the 19th century. The book takes its name from a period in U.S. history known as the Gilded Age, characterized by rapid economic growth and political corruption. Critics note that the novel masterfully mocks the greed and hypocrisy prevalent in society at the time. Twain and Warner create vivid characters that reflect the vices and flaws of people striving for wealth and power. Despite being written over a century ago, its themes remain relevant today, making it an important work for understanding social and political dynamics. Critics also emphasize that «The Gilded Age» is one of the first American novels to use satire to critique society, marking it as a significant contribution to literary heritage.
