A Traveler from Altruria & Through the Eye of the Needle

In "A Traveler from Altruria & Through the Eye of the Needle," William Dean Howells crafts an incisive examination of American society at the turn of the 20th century, utilizing a blend of realism and social commentary. The first section, featuring a dialogue between an idealistic visitor from the fictitious Altruria and various American characters, critiques capitalism and advocates for a more eq...