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The Age of Innocence

Edith Wharton's classic novel depicts the intricate social dynamics and romantic entanglements of a young woman navigating the restrictive society of New York high society during the Gilded Age. 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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