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Lily Bart navigates the complexities of high society, torn between her yearning for wealth and the pursuit of genuine love and respect in her relationships. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century New York, the narrative explores themes of social constraints and personal ambition. Edith Wharton, a prominent American author, intricately weaves Lily's struggles, reflecting the societal pressures of her time. This edition includes a new introductory biography, shedding light on Wharton's literary contributions and her significance in American literature.
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The House of Mirth, Edith Wharton
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- The House of Mirth
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Edith Wharton
- Publisher
- White Press
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 538
- ISBN13
- 9781473318717
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Lily Bart navigates the complexities of high society, torn between her yearning for wealth and the pursuit of genuine love and respect in her relationships. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century New York, the narrative explores themes of social constraints and personal ambition. Edith Wharton, a prominent American author, intricately weaves Lily's struggles, reflecting the societal pressures of her time. This edition includes a new introductory biography, shedding light on Wharton's literary contributions and her significance in American literature.