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Age of Innocence

Edith Wharton's classic novel delves into the complexities of relationships and societal expectations during the Gilded Age, offering a poignant look at the lives of its characters caught between the desire for love and the pressures of their social standing. more

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Edith Wharton
Edith Wharton

American novelist known for her delicate psychological portrayals and profound social insights. Edith Wharton came from a wealthy New York family and her works mainly reflect the American society at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. Her representative works include 'The Age of Innocence' and 'The House of Mirth' among others. more

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