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The conflict between societal expectations and personal desires is central to the story, as Lily Bart navigates the pressures of high society. Skilled in the art of social maneuvering, she struggles with her longing for both a life of luxury and a genuine, respectful relationship. Ultimately, her choices lead her to undermine her prospects for a prosperous marriage, highlighting the tension between materialism and true affection.
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The House of Mirth & the Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- The House of Mirth & the Age of Innocence
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Edith Wharton
- Publisher
- SMK Books
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 628
- ISBN13
- 9781617200861
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The conflict between societal expectations and personal desires is central to the story, as Lily Bart navigates the pressures of high society. Skilled in the art of social maneuvering, she struggles with her longing for both a life of luxury and a genuine, respectful relationship. Ultimately, her choices lead her to undermine her prospects for a prosperous marriage, highlighting the tension between materialism and true affection.