Re-released on its 25th anniversary, this classic novel is widely considered to be Higgins' greatest work. Threatened on all sides, a desperate Adolph Hitler orders that Winston Churchill be kidnapped or killed. Meanwhile, a beautiful widow and IRA assassin have laid the groundwork for the most treacherous plot of the war, beginning when Berlin receives the message, "The eagle has landed".
With an Introduction by Richard Lingeman and a New Afterword by Margaret E. Mitchell
Clyde Griffiths, a preacher's son from Kansas City, embarks on a quest for pleasure and success, experiencing moments of romance and ambition. However, his pursuit leads him to a moral crossroads when he contemplates a sinister act after learning about a young woman's "accident." Theodore Dreiser masterfully weaves this tale, exploring themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of one's choices. The novel is celebrated as an American masterpiece, showcasing the complexities of its central character and the darker sides of the American Dream.