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The Age of Innocence
Paperback
ISBN13: 9789356611740
Publisher: Grapevine
Published: Jun 13 2025
Pages: 214
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Step into the Elegance of Gilded Age New York
The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton is a masterful exploration of love, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice set against the opulent backdrop of late 19th-century New York. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is a timeless portrayal of human emotions and the conflict between personal desires and social conventions.
A Love That Defies Convention
The story follows Newland Archer, a young lawyer engaged to the beautiful and conventional May Welland. His orderly world is thrown into turmoil with the arrival of May's cousin, Countess Ellen Olenska, a woman of charm and independence seeking refuge from an unhappy marriage. As Newland finds himself drawn to Ellen, he begins to question the strict societal norms that dictate his life.
Conflict, Passion, and Betrayal
Wharton's vivid characters navigate the complexities of love and duty, revealing the sacrifices required to maintain appearances in a rigidly structured world. The tension between personal happiness and societal approval creates a poignant and deeply affecting narrative that continues to resonate with readers today.
An Enduring Classic
With its exquisite prose and incisive commentary on social mores, The Age of Innocence is a literary gem that captures the essence of a bygone era. Edith Wharton's keen observations and rich storytelling make this novel a must-read for fans of classic literature.
Rediscover the beauty and tragedy of The Age of Innocence in this compelling tale of love, tradition, and the human spirit.
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