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The Mother's Recompense
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025383989
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 358
Weight: 1.49
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Mother's Recompense is a poignant and sophisticated novel by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton. Set in the shifting social landscape of post-World War I New York, the story follows Kate Clephane, a woman who returns to her high-society roots after eighteen years of self-imposed exile in Europe. Kate's attempt to reclaim her place in the life of her estranged daughter, Anne, is met with a devastating complication: Anne is engaged to Chris Fenno, the very man with whom Kate once had a passionate and secretive affair.
Wharton masterfully explores the intricate web of social conventions, the weight of past transgressions, and the complexities of maternal love. As Kate grapples with her conscience, she is forced to decide between her own desire for redemption and her daughter's happiness. Through sharp prose and psychological depth, the novel examines the rigid moral codes of the New York elite and the personal sacrifices required to maintain one's dignity in a world defined by reputation.
Regarded as one of Wharton's most mature works, The Mother's Recompense offers a compelling look at the internal conflict between private memory and public persona. It remains a timeless exploration of the bond between mother and child and the enduring power of the past.
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