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American Tragedy 8%

Clyde is now settled at the fancy hotel.  He goes with the guys for a night of drinking that ends up at a brothel.  His religious background wars with his sensuality; not a clear victory for either.  He spends more money on himself, feels a desire for freedom from his parents in many ways--mentally, spiritually, physically--but can't quite sever the ties.

He sees his mother in a poor section of town inquiring about a room.  His mother asks him to help her raise $100.00.  Some mystery here--I think it has to do with his sister Esta who fled the household and who is probably now back, pregnant?, disgraced.

Excellent book

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