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The Age of Innocence

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Set in the opulent society of New York, the story follows Newland Archer, who is engaged to the conventional May Welland. His life takes a dramatic turn when the enigmatic Countess Ellen Olenska returns, igniting a passionate affair that challenges his sense of duty and societal expectations. As Archer grapples with his feelings for Ellen and his commitment to May, he faces a profound internal conflict that could ultimately shape or shatter his future. The novel explores themes of love, societal norms, and the struggle between personal desire and obligation.

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Language
English
Released
2022
Pages
244
ISBN13
9789355844859
First published
1920
Original title
The Age of Innocence
Rating
3.85 out of 5
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Set in the opulent society of New York, the story follows Newland Archer, who is engaged to the conventional May Welland. His life takes a dramatic turn when the enigmatic Countess Ellen Olenska returns, igniting a passionate affair that challenges his sense of duty and societal expectations. As Archer grapples with his feelings for Ellen and his commitment to May, he faces a profound internal conflict that could ultimately shape or shatter his future. The novel explores themes of love, societal norms, and the struggle between personal desire and obligation.