The House of Mirth

(Author) Edith Wharton
Format: Paperback
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The heroine of this novel is Lily Bart, whose goal is to secure a rich husband who can sustain her lifestyle. She operates in a world where social position is important, but money can buy it. Lily is redeemed by her clear view of the corrupt society which is her gilded cage.

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Publisher:
Wordsworth Editions Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
324
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781840224191
Publish year:
2002
Publish date:
Feb. 5, 2002

Edith Wharton

Edith Wharton was an American novelist known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "The Age of Innocence." Her literary style was characterized by her detailed depiction of high society and exploration of societal norms. Wharton's contributions to literature include her insightful critiques of the upper class and exploration of human emotions.

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