Name: The Age of Innocence (in English)
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Author: Wharton, Edith
ISBN: 9781835919385

portada The Age of Innocence (in English)

Type

Physical Book

Author

Edith Wharton

Publisher

Magic Publisher

Language

English

Pages

232

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

27.9 x 21.6 x 1.2 cm

Weight

0.55 kg.

ISBN13

9781835919385

Synopsis "The Age of Innocence (in English)"

Step into the opulent world of Gilded Age New York with "The Age of Innocence" by Edith Wharton. In this timeless novel, Wharton invites readers into the rarefied society of Old New York, where social conventions and moral codes govern every aspect of life.At the center of the story is Newland Archer, a young lawyer who finds himself torn between duty and desire when he becomes entangled in a forbidden romance with the captivating Countess Ellen Olenska. As Newland grapples with the constraints of society and the dictates of his own heart, he must navigate a web of intrigue and deception that threatens to unravel the carefully constructed façade of his world.Through Wharton's exquisite prose and keen observations, "The Age of Innocence" offers a poignant exploration of love, longing, and the constraints of societal expectations. Against the backdrop of lavish balls, elegant drawing rooms, and whispered scandals, readers are transported to a world of privilege and pretense, where appearances often mask deeper truths and desires.More than just a novel of manners, "The Age of Innocence" is a searing critique of the hypocrisy and rigidity of high society, as well as a celebration of the enduring power of love to transcend convention and transform lives. Wharton's masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters make this book a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its incisive social commentary and universal themes of longing and loss.Whether you're a fan of classic literature or simply looking for a compelling story that captures the essence of a bygone era, "The Age of Innocence" is sure to enchant and enthrall. Let Edith Wharton be your guide as you journey through the glittering world of Old New York and discover the timeless allure of "The Age of Innocence."

Edith Wharton

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Edith Wharton nació en Nueva York en 1862. Su nombre de soltera era Edith Newbold Jones. Su familia era de clase alta, comparable a la aristocracia europea, y consecuentemente recibió una esmerada educación privada. En 1907 se estableció en Francia, donde se convirtió en discípula y amiga de Henry James. Su obra más conocida es La edad de la inocencia, publicada en 1920 y ganadora del premio Pulitzer en 1921. Está considerada la más genial novelista americana de su generación, admirada por intelectuales de la talla de Henry James, Francis Scott Fitzgerald, Jean Cocteau y Ernest Hemingway.

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