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This collection brings together two seminal works of American literature, 'House of Mirth' by Edith Wharton and 'The Age of Innocence' by the same author. Both novels delve into the intricacies of high society and the challenges faced by individuals navigating the rigid social hierarchies of their time. 'House of Mirth' follows the tragic story of Lily Bart, a young woman from a wealthy family who struggles to maintain her social standing. 'The Age of Innocence' portrays the courtship and marriage of Newland Archer and Ellen Olenska, set against the backdrop of New York high society in the 1870s.
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