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Edith Wharton
Lily Bart, beautiful and charming, living among the wealthy families of New York but reluctant to finally commit herself to a husband. In her search for freedom and the happiness…
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When Lady Jane Lynke unexpectedly inherits Bells, a beautiful country estate, she declares she'll never leave the peaceful grounds and sets about making the house her home. But she hasn't…
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Newland Archer and May Welland are the perfect couple. He is a wealthy young lawyer and she is a lovely and sweet-natured girl. All seems set for success until the…
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A novella regarded by Edith Wharton as one of her very best, Summer tells the tale of forbidden sexual passion and thwarted dreams set against the backdrop of a lush…
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The glittering yet treacherous world of New York High Society comes to life in the heartbreaking story of Lily Bart, a renowned beauty of exquisite charm who seeks a wealthy…
Rich and strange, these stories reveal a seductive and little-known aspect of this superb classic writer.
Bringing together leading voices from across the globe, The Bloomsbury Handbook to Edith Wharton represents state-of-the-art scholarship on the American writer Edith Wharton, once primarily known as a New York…
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Blake Nevius's close analysis and appraisal of Edith Wharton's novels and stories reveals the modernity of her fiction and shows why she should have a permanent claim on our attention…
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A moving portrayal of the struggle between desire and duty in nineteenth-century New York high society
Newland Archer, an eligible young man of the establishment is about to announce his…
Although well-known for her novels of manners and social critique, such as The House of Mirth and the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Age of Innocence, Edith Wharton was also a master…
Wharton’s sly and delicious novel about the ambitious social ascent of Undine Spragg, now in a Penguin Vitae edition, with a foreword by Sofia Coppola –
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It focuses on Wharton's symbolic representations of architecture in her travel writings. It shows how allusions to travel writing and art history influenced her representations of spaces. How the shock…
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"Artemis to Actaeon and Other Verses" by Edith Wharton is a collection of poetry that transcends the boundaries of the page, immersing readers in the timeless and evocative world crafted…
Edith Wharton's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, "The Age of Innocence," delves into forbidden romance amid the societal constraints of Gilded Age New York.
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"The Custom of the Country" by Edith Wharton is a scathing social critique and a compelling exploration of the Gilded Age's high society in early twentieth-century America. The novel revolves…
The collection of short stories "The Descent of Man and Other Stories" was authored by Edith Wharton, a well-known American writer recognized for her examination of marriage, love, and social…
The book "The Glimpses of the Moon" is a novel written by Edith Wharton. The whole story is surrounded by the main characters Susy Branch and nick Lasning, a young…
A Motor-Flight Through France, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at…
"Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting landscapes of Italy with Edith Wharton in 'Italian Villas and Their Gardens.' Penned in the early 20th century, this travel narrative offers…
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…
Out of print for many years, this new issue of The Writing of Fiction –Edith Wharton’s candid, incisive work on constructing a short story and a novel–is a perennial favorite…
Enter the captivating world of high society and intrigue with Edith Wharton's spellbinding novella, "Madame De Treymes." Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Paris, this elegant and nuanced tale…
Delve into the complexities of love, freedom, and societal expectations with Edith Wharton's captivating novella, "Souls Belated." Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century Europe, this thought-provoking tale follows the…
Enter the glamorous world of Edith Wharton's "The Glimpses of the Moon," a captivating tale of love, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness amidst the splendor of high society. Set…
"The Greater Inclination" by Edith Wharton is a collection of short story masterpieces that epitomize the essence of American literature classics. As one of Wharton's notable works, this anthology delves…
The Touchstone, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its…
Kate Clephane has lived in exile in France since leaving her husband and infant daughter. She is being called back to New York by her now adult daughter to attend…
A Son at the Front, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made…
Discover the nuanced and insightful world of human emotions and social dynamics with Edith Wharton's debut short story collection, "The Greater Inclination." This captivating anthology showcases Wharton's keen observational skills…
Discover the intricate and captivating world of Edith Wharton with her compelling collection, "The Hermit and the Wild Woman, and Other Stories." This anthology showcases Wharton's extraordinary talent for storytelling…
Ethan Frome is a poignant story set in the bleak, wintry landscape of Starkfield, Massachusetts. It follows Ethan Frome, a man marked by a past accident, which the narrator, a…
Embark on a journey of introspection and discovery with Edith Wharton's captivating collection of short stories, "Here and Beyond." In this thought-provoking anthology, Wharton explores the complexities of human nature…
Enter the captivating world of Edith Wharton's historical romance, "The Valley of Decision," where love, duty, and ambition collide against the backdrop of industrial upheaval in 18th-century America. In this…
"In Morocco" by Edith Wharton is a captivating travelogue that immerses readers in the vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning landscapes of early 20th-century Morocco. Through Wharton's eloquent prose and…
Penniless and unable to marry the woman he loves, the financially struggling lawyer Stephen Glennard discovers a way out of his predicaments by selling love letters written to him by…
"Summer" by Edith Wharton is a poignant exploration of desire, ambition, and societal expectations in the stifling atmosphere of a small New England town. Set against the backdrop of the…
Immerse yourself in the poignant and complex world of Edith Wharton's "The Mother's Recompense." This compelling novel explores the themes of love, regret, and the intricate dynamics of family relationships…
The Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about love and the constraints of privilege, and the basis for Martin Scorsese's outstanding, award-winning 1993 adaptation, now freshly repackaged for the Union Square & Co…
A charming story of romantic misadventures where a young couple's love is threatened by the power of money, by one of the greatest authors of her age.
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The Spark (The 'Sixties), a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts…
Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
In Edith Wharton's Ethan Frome, delve into the haunting tale of a man trapped in a loveless marriage, whose chance encounter with a vibrant young
woman sparks a forbidden passion…
Old New York is a collection of four novellas by Edith Wharton, revolving around upper-class New York City society in the 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, and 1870s. The New York of…
The events in Old New York are set in the same New York as Wharton's The Age of Innocence making this a prequel. In Old New York Wharton once again…