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The Age of Innocence
Masterful Portrait of Desire and Detrayal During the Sumptuous Golden Age of Old New York
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Set in the opulent era of Old New York, the narrative explores themes of desire and betrayal within the confines of high society. The story delves into the lives of its characters, who navigate the complexities of love and societal expectations, highlighting the tension between personal happiness and social propriety. Wharton's portrayal of this gilded age reveals how the fear of scandal shapes relationships and choices, making it a profound commentary on the constraints of societal norms.
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The Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton
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- 2022
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- Title
- The Age of Innocence
- Subtitle
- Masterful Portrait of Desire and Detrayal During the Sumptuous Golden Age of Old New York
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Edith Wharton
- Publisher
- Intell Book Publishers
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 232
- ISBN13
- 9781805470342
- Series
- Oxford Bookworms
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Language Textbooks & Dictionaries, Love, Classics, USA, American Literature, 19th century, Adapted for Film, Marriage, New York, Love Triangle, Pulitzer Prize
- First published
- 1920
- Original title
- The Age of Innocence
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- Set in the opulent era of Old New York, the narrative explores themes of desire and betrayal within the confines of high society. The story delves into the lives of its characters, who navigate the complexities of love and societal expectations, highlighting the tension between personal happiness and social propriety. Wharton's portrayal of this gilded age reveals how the fear of scandal shapes relationships and choices, making it a profound commentary on the constraints of societal norms.