The Age of Innocence

Autori

• Edith Wharton

Serie

• Oxford Bookworms

Parametri

• 458 pagine
• 17 ore di lettura

• Dizionari Linguistici e Libri di Testo
• Letteratura romantica
• Libri di testo
• Narrativa
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set in the 1870s during New York City's Gilded Age, the narrative revolves around an impending marriage and the arrival of a scandalous relative, which threatens to disrupt the couple's happiness. The novel explores themes of societal norms and personal desire, showcasing Wharton's sharp wit and mastery of language. Celebrated for her insight into the lives of the privileged, Wharton became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921. This edition includes a new biography, preserving her legacy for modern readers.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009