The Age of Innocence

Autori

• Edith Wharton

Parametri

Pagine

370pagine

Tempo di lettura

13ore

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

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Set in the opulent society of 1870s New York City, the narrative explores themes of love, social conventions, and personal sacrifice. The protagonist navigates the constraints of upper-class expectations, highlighting the tension between individual desires and societal norms. Winning the Pulitzer Prize in 1921, this novel not only solidified Edith Wharton's literary legacy but also marked a significant milestone as she became the first woman to receive the award. The story reflects the complexities of Gilded Age society through its rich character portrayals.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021