House of Mirth
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Edith Wharton
House of Mirth is written in the style of a novel of manners, set against the backdrop of the 1890s New York aristocracy, it is considered American literary naturalism. Wharton places her tragic heroine, Lily Bart, in a society that she describes as a "hot-house of traditions and conventions."House of Mirth tells the story of Lily Bart, a woman who is torn between her desire for luxurious living and a relationship based on mutual respect and love. She sabotages all her possible opportunities for a wealthy marriage, loses the esteem of her social circle, and dies young, poor, and alone.
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Author
Edith Wharton
Pages
518
Publisher
BookRix
Published Date
2019-05-22
ISBN
3736808356 9783736808355
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"Really great classic that stands the test of time!!"
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CaitVD
"I have never forgotten Lily Bart. This is actually my favorite Wharton. It is a short quick read that long stays with you. "
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"A look at how women were treated differently and discarded if not paying attention "
Lea
"It’s a great book, with an amazing story! I do recommend having a thesaurus with you to look up some of the “old” verbiage. "
Brittany Miller
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