Overview
Edith Wharton's "House of Mirth" masterfully depicts the intricate and unforgiving world of New York society during the Gilded Age. This classic of American literature explores the rigid social classes and the devastating consequences for those who dare to defy its unspoken rules. At the heart of the story is a tragic heroine navigating the treacherous landscape of wealth, status, and reputation. "House of Mirth" examines the constraints placed upon individuals within a society obsessed with appearances and material possessions. Wharton's keen observations and elegant prose create a powerful and enduring portrayal of a bygone era, where fortunes are made and lost, and social standing dictates one's destiny. A timeless exploration of societal pressures and personal aspirations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
- | Author: Edith Wharton
- | Publisher: Anson Street Press
- | Publication Date: Mar 28, 2025
- | Number of Pages: 00280 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1022915266
- | ISBN-13: 9781022915268
