Wharton, Edith

The Age of Innocence (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)

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ISBN 13:
9781962572682
author:
Wharton, Edith
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Warbler Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
210
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.2 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£11.34

Description

The Age of Innocence (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition) by Edith Wharton Set against the backdrop of high society in New York City during the Gilded Age, this novel tells the story of Newland Archer and his decision that will define his destiny. A poised and pedigreed gentleman lawyer, Archer is eagerly anticipating his union with May Welland, a paragon of Old New York grace. However, the arrival of Countess Ellen Olenska, May's enigmatic and alluring cousin, shatters the tranquility of Archer's carefully structured world. Ellen exudes an air of cosmopolitan mystery as whispers of scandal cling to her, and rumors of the turbulent marriage she left behind circulate in posh ballrooms. As Archer finds himself drawn into Ellen's world, he grapples with the stark contrast between the two women: May, a portrait of tradition and conformity, and Ellen, whose allure lies in her defiance of convention. This masterful tale explores timeless themes of honor, love, and the intricate dance between societal expectation and personal fulfillment. The Warbler Classics edition includes an extensive biographical timeline of Edith Wharton's life and work.

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