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Edith Wharton's "Madame de Treymes" is a remarkable example of the form. It is the story of the tactical defeat but moral victory of an honest and upstanding American in his struggle to win a wife from a tightly united but feudally minded French aristocratic family. He loses, but they cheat. . . . In a masterpiece of brevity, Wharton dramatizes the contrast between the two opposing forces: the simple and proper old brownstone New York, low in style but high in principle, and the achingly beautiful but decadent Saint-Germain district of Paris. Edith Wharton ( born Edith Newbold Jones; January 24, 1862 - August 11, 1937) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, 1928 and 1930. Wharton combined her insider's view of America's privileged classes with a brilliant, natural wit to write humorous, incisive novels and short stories of social and psychological insight. She was well acquainted with many of her era's other literary and public figures, including Theodore Roosevelt.

Edith Wharton (1862 - 1937) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, 1928 and 1930. Wharton combined her insider's view of America's privileged classes with a brilliant, natural wit to write humorous, incisive novels and short stories of social and psychological insight. She was well acquainted with many of her era's other literary and public figures, including Theodore Roosevelt. The Age of Innocence (1920) won the 1921 Pulitzer Prize for literature, making Wharton the first woman to win the award. Having grown up in upper-class turn-of-the-century society, Wharton became one of its most astute critics, in such works as The House of Mirth and The Age of Innocence. In addition to writing several respected novels, Wharton produced a wealth of short stories and is particularly well regarded for her ghost stories. In this book: Ethan Frome The Age of Innocence House of Mirth Summer The Descent of Man and Other Stories The Custom of the Country

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Ethan Frome is a 1911 novel by Edith Wharton. It is set in turn-of-the-century New England, in the fictitious town of Starkfield, Massachusetts. Starkfield is said to be based on the town Plainfield, Massachusetts. The book was later made into a film adaptation in 1993

The Age of Innocence won the 1921 Pulitzer Prize. The story is set in upper class New York City in the 1870s. The Age of Innocence centers on an upper class couple's impending marriage, and the introduction of a woman plagued by scandal whose presence threatens their happiness. Though the novel questions the assumptions and morals of 1870's New York society, it never devolves into an outright condemnation. In fact, Wharton considered this novel an apology for her earlier, more brutal and critical novel, The House of Mirth

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Edith Wharton ( born Edith Newbold Jones; January 24, 1862 - August 11, 1937) was an American novelist, short story writer, and designer. Wharton combined an insider's view of American aristocracy with a powerful prose style. Her novels and short stories realistically portrayed the lives and morals of the late nineteenth century, an era of decline and faded wealth. She won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature in 1921, and was the first woman to receive this honor. Wharton was acquainted with many of the well-known people of her day, both in America and in Europe, including President Theodore Roosevelt. Edith Wharton was born Edith Newbold Jones to George Frederic Jones and Lucretia Stevens Rhinelander at their brownstone at 14 West Twenty-third Street in New York City. She had two older brothers, Frederic Rhinelander, who was sixteen, and Henry Edward, who was eleven. She was baptized April 20, 1862, Easter Sunday, at Grace Church. To her friends and family she was known as "Pussy Jones." The saying "keeping up with the Joneses" is said to refer to her father's family. She was also related to the Rensselaers, the most prestigious of the old patroon families, who had received land grants from the former Dutch government of New York and New Jersey. She had a lifelong friendship with her niece, the landscape architect Beatrix Farrand of Reef Point in Bar Harbor, Maine. Wharton was born during the Civil War; she was three years old when the Confederate States surrendered. After the war, the family traveled extensively in Europe. From 1866 to 1872, the Jones family visited France, Italy, Germany, and Spain. During her travels, the young Edith became fluent in French, German, and Italian. At the age of ten, she suffered from typhoid fever while the family was at a spa in the Black Forest. After the family returned to the United States in 1872, they spent their winters in New York and their summers in Newport, Rhode Island.While in Europe, she was educated by tutors and governesses. She rejected the standards of fashion and etiquette that were expected of young girls at the time, which were intended to allow women to marry well and to be put on display at balls and parties. She considered these fashions superficial and oppressive. Edith wanted more education than she received, so she read from her father's library and from the libraries of her father's friends. Her mother forbade her to read novels until she was married, and Edith obeyed this command.Wharton began writing poetry and fiction as a young girl, and attempted to write her first novel at age eleven. At age 15, her first published work appeared, a translation of a German poem "Was die Steine Erzählen" ("What the Stones Tell") by Heinrich Karl Brugsch, for which which she was paid $50. Her family did not want her name to appear in print, since writing was not considered a proper occupation for a society woman of her time. Consequently, the poem was published under the name of a friend's father, E. A. Washburn, a cousin of Ralph Waldo Emerson who supported women's education. He played a pivotal role in Edith's efforts to educate herself and encouraged her ambition to write professionally. In 1877, at the age of 15, she secretly wrote a 30,000 word novella "Fast and Loose." In 1878 her father arranged for a collection of two dozen original poems and five translations, Verses, to be privately published. In 1880 she had five poems published anonymously in the Atlantic Monthly, an important literary magazine. Despite these early successes, she was not encouraged by her family or her social circle, and though she continued to write, she did not publish anything more until her poem "The Last Giustiniani" was published in Scribner's Magazine in October 1889.On 29 April 1885, at age 23, she married Edward (Teddy) Robbins Wharton, who was 12 years her senior, at the Trinity Chapel Complex...

Ann Eliza and Evelina Bunner have never been apart. Unmarried, the sisters fill their days making hats in their millinery shop, located on the seedy side of New York City, and their evenings quietly in their apartment. But when Ann Eliza buys Evelina a clock that does not work for her birthday, the sisters commence a relationship with Herman Ramsay, setting in motion a series of events that will prove to be everyone's undoing.

The Last Asset is a novel written by acclaimed American author Edith Wharton. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Lydia, who is the last remaining member of her wealthy family. After her father's death, Lydia is left with a small inheritance and few prospects for the future.Determined to make a new life for herself, Lydia moves to New York City and begins working as a typist. Despite her lack of experience, Lydia quickly proves herself to be a capable and hardworking employee, and she soon catches the eye of her boss, the wealthy and influential Mr. Gannett.As Lydia becomes more involved in Gannett's business affairs, she begins to uncover a web of deceit and corruption that threatens to destroy everything she has worked so hard to achieve. With the help of a few trusted friends, Lydia must navigate the treacherous world of high society and business in order to protect her newfound independence and secure her future.The Last Asset is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and ambition, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society. Wharton's masterful prose and vivid descriptions bring the world of early 20th century New York to life, and her complex characters and intricate plot will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.She received the tribute with complacency. ""The rooms are not bad, are they? We came over with the Woolsey Hubbards (you've heard of them, of course? -- they're from Detroit), and really they do things very decently. Their motor-car met us at Boulogne, and the courier always wires ahead to have the rooms filled with flowers. This salon, is really a part of their suite. I simply couldn't have afforded it myself.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Glimpses of the Moon is a lost 1923 American silent drama film directed by Allan Dwan and starring Bebe Daniels. It was produced by Famous Players-Lasky and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film is based upon the 1922 Edith Wharton novel The Glimpses of the Moon. Edith Wharton born Edith Newbold Jones; January 24, 1862 - August 11, 1937) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, 1928 and 1930. Wharton combined her insider's view of America's privileged classes with a brilliant, natural wit to write humorous, incisive novels and short stories of social and psychological insight. She was well acquainted with many of her era's other literary and public figures, including Theodore Roosevelt.Edith Wharton was born Edith Newbold Jones to George Frederic Jones and Lucretia Stevens Rhinelander at their brownstone at 14 West Twenty-third Street in New York City. She had two much older brothers, Frederic Rhinelander, who was sixteen, and Henry Edward, who was eleven. She was baptized April 20, 1862, Easter Sunday, at Grace Church. To her friends and family she was known as "Pussy Jones". The saying "keeping up with the Joneses" is said to refer to her father's family. She was also related to the Rensselaer family, the most prestigious of the old patroon families. She had a lifelong lovely friendship with her Rhinelander niece, landscape architect

Originally published in 1907, Madame de Treymes is a short novella about the efforts of an American, John Durham, to win the hand of his former girlfriend Fanny Frisbee who has become Madame de Malrive by marriage. Durham seeks to use the eponymous character, a cousin of Fanny, to establish a divorce for Fanny whose marriage is a distinctly unhappy one. Unfortunately the aristocratic family works to establish a trap into which Fanny must walk. Wharton's principal theme is a comparison of American and European family values, with Durham as the individualist who refuses to conform to accepted norms and the aristocratic family as a unit that is constrained by deep historical prejudices towards marriage and the Church

Edith Wharton ( born Edith Newbold Jones; January 24, 1862 - August 11, 1937) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, 1928 and 1930.Wharton combined her insider's view of America's privileged classes with a brilliant, natural wit to write humorous, incisive novels and short stories of social and psychological insight. She was well acquainted with many of her era's other literary and public figures, including Theodore Roosevelt.Edith Wharton was born Edith Newbold Jones to George Frederic Jones and Lucretia Stevens Rhinelander at their brownstone at 14 West Twenty-third Street in New York City. She had two much older brothers, Frederic Rhinelander, who was sixteen, and Henry Edward, who was eleven. She was baptized April 20, 1862, Easter Sunday, at Grace Church. To her friends and family she was known as "Pussy Jones".The saying "keeping up with the Joneses" is said to refer to her father's family. She was also related to the Rensselaer family, the most prestigious of the old patroon families. She had a lifelong lovely friendship with her Rhinelander niece, landscape architect Beatrix Farrand of Reef Point in Bar Harbor, Maine. Edith was born during the Civil War; she was three years old when the South surrendered. After the war, the family traveled extensively in Europe.From 1866 to 1872, the Jones family visited France, Italy, Germany, and Spain.During her travels, the young Edith became fluent in French, German, and Italian. At the age of ten, she suffered from typhoid fever while the family was at a spa in the Black Forest. After the family returned to the United States in 1872, they spent their winters in New York and their summers in Newport, Rhode Island. While in Europe, she was educated by tutors and governesses. She rejected the standards of fashion and etiquette that were expected of young girls at the time, intended to enable women to marry well and to be displayed at balls and parties. She thought these requirements were superficial and oppressive. Edith wanted more education than she received, so she read from her father's library and from the libraries of her father's friends.Her mother forbade her to read novels until she was married, and Edith complied with this command Edith began writing poetry and fiction as a young girl. She attempted to write a novel at age eleven. Her first publication was a translation of the German poem, "Was die Steine Erzählen" ("What the Stones Tell") by Heinrich Karl Brugsch, which earned her $50. She was 15 at the time. Her family did not wish her name to appear in print because the names of upper class women of the time only appeared in print to announce birth, marriage, and death.

Questo romanzo con cui l'autrice vinse il premio Pulitzer nel 1921 (ed era la prima volta che una donna vinceva quel premio) parla della New York del 1870, della famosa Gilded Age. Ma dietro l'oro apparente, si nasconde la rete di convinzioni, tradizioni, e ipocrisia che imprigiona il protagonista, così inevitabilmente da renderlo egli stesso, col tempo, acquiescente alla propria prigionia. Per contrasto, si descrive un'Europa mitica, ricca di idee e movimenti, arte e bellezza, dove le persone sono libere di seguire le proprie inclinazioni, atteggiamento che viene magicamente raccolto dalla generazione successiva a quella del protagonista, simboleggiata dal figlio, la cui mente è divenuta aperta e libera. La scrittrice, figlia di una famiglia ricca di New York, abbandonò l'America nel 1907 per trasferirsi definitivamente in Francia, e si è probabilmente ispirata alla propria vita in questo romanzo, che fa balenare le angustie di una società chiusa senza che la condanna arrivi a distruggere la dolcezza che hanno spesso i ricordi.Traduzione di Silvia Cecchini.

The Lady's Maid's Bell is a novella written by Edith Wharton, first published in 1902. The story is set in England and follows the life of Alice Hartley, a young woman who takes up the position of lady's maid to the wealthy Mrs. Brympton. Alice is a quiet and reserved woman, who is content with her simple life of serving her mistress. However, she soon becomes haunted by the sound of a bell that only she can hear.As the story progresses, Alice becomes increasingly obsessed with the bell, and begins to believe that it is a warning of impending danger. Her fears are dismissed by Mrs. Brympton and the other members of the household, who believe that Alice is simply being superstitious. However, as events unfold, it becomes clear that Alice's fears may be justified.The Lady's Maid's Bell is a classic ghost story that explores themes of class, gender, and power. It is a haunting and atmospheric tale that is sure to captivate readers who enjoy gothic literature and psychological thrillers.After a while I slept; but suddenly a loud noise wakened me. My bell had rung. I sat up, terrified by the unusual sound, which seemed to go on jangling through the darkness. My hands shook so that I couldn't find the matches. At length I struck a light and jumped out of bed. I began to think I must have been dreaming; but I looked at the bell against the wall, and there was the little hammer still quivering.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

"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 readers an insightful exploration of the architectural marvels and lush gardens that adorn the Italian countryside.As Wharton delves into the history, art, and horticulture of these villas, 'Italian Villas and Their Gardens' is more than a travelogue¿it's a literary expedition that captures the timeless allure of Italy's cultural and natural beauty.Join Wharton on this literary journey where each page unveils a new facet of Italian elegance, making 'Italian Villas and Their Gardens' an essential read for those captivated by tales of travel and the picturesque charm of Italy."

American novelist and designer Edith Wharton traveled to Morocco after the end of World War I. Morocco is her account of her time there as the guest of General Hubert Lyautey. Her account praises Lyautey and his wife and also the French administration of the country.

Originally published in 1922, Glimpses of the Moon is a novel about marriage concentrating on the relationship between Nick and Sue Lancing, a couple hindered by a lack of wealth and the consequent necessity of relying on friends and acquaintances to support a life in high society. Nick is a writer struggling to make ends meet while Sue is left to meet their needs through the generosity of others. Their marriage teeters on the stated understanding that if either of them finds a better opportunity - if they meet somebody with better prospects - then an uncontested divorce might follow. Naturally this creates problems, but it also enables Wharton to develop ideas about what a marriage should entail and what makes it vital

The Introducers is a novel written by Edith Wharton. The story is set in the Gilded Age of New York City, where social status and wealth are highly valued. The main character, Fanny Frisbee, is a social climber who is determined to improve her position in society. She seeks the help of a group of ""introducers"" - people who have the power to introduce her to the right people and events. Fanny becomes involved in the lives of the introducers, who are all struggling with their own personal and social issues. The novel explores the themes of social mobility, love, and the consequences of ambition. Throughout the book, Wharton portrays the characters with a sharp wit and a keen eye for the nuances of social interactions. The Introducers is a commentary on the social mores of the time and a reflection on the human desire for status and acceptance. Overall, The Introducers is a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society in the late 19th century, and a timeless exploration of the human condition.""Oh, yes, you can. That's my reason for asking you. You see, I really can't help Magraw much. It takes a woman to give a man a start. Aline will say, 'Oh, bring him, if you choose' -- but when he comes she won't take any notice of him, or introduce him to any of the nice women. He was too shy to go to the Summertons' last night -- he's really very shy under his loudness -- so Aline's dance will be his first appearance in Newport.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The story of a young man who scorns the love of a tortured novelist, only to have her words come back to haunt him from the dead, The Touchstone shows off the skills Wharton became famous for in novels such as Ethan Frome and House of Mirth, particularly her piercing and delicious talent for satiric observation. But despite its masterly control, this startlingly modern tale is also a simmering, rebel cri de coeur unleashed by a writer who was herself unappreciated in her own time. The combination of these attributes make this edgy novella a moving and suspenseful homage to the power of literature itself.

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UP the long hill from the station at St.-Cloud, Lizzie West climbed in the cold spring sunshine. As she breasted the incline, she noticed the first waves of wistaria over courtyard railings and the high lights of new foliage against the walls of ivy-matted gardens; and she thought again, as she had thought a hundred times before, that she had never seen so beautiful a spring

Edith Wharton born Edith Newbold Jones; January 24, 1862 - August 11, 1937) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, 1928 and 1930. Wharton combined her insider's view of America's privileged classes with a brilliant, natural wit to write humorous, incisive novels and short stories of social and psychological insight. She was well acquainted with many of her era's other literary and public figures, including Theodore Roosevelt.Edith Wharton was born Edith Newbold Jones to George Frederic Jones and Lucretia Stevens Rhinelander at their brownstone at 14 West Twenty-third Street in New York City. She had two much older brothers, Frederic Rhinelander, who was sixteen, and Henry Edward, who was eleven. She was baptized April 20, 1862, Easter Sunday, at Grace Church. To her friends and family she was known as "Pussy Jones". The saying "keeping up with the Joneses" is said to refer to her father's family.[4] She was also related to the Rensselaer family, the most prestigious of the old patroon families. She had a lifelong lovely friendship with her Rhinelander niece, landscape architect Beatrix Farrand of Reef Point in Bar Harbor, Maine. Edith was born during the Civil War; she was three years old when the South surrendered. After the war, the family traveled extensively in Europe. From 1866 to 1872, the Jones family visited France, Italy, Germany, and Spain. During her travels, the young Edith became fluent in French, German, and Italian. At the age of ten, she suffered from typhoid fever while the family was at a spa in the Black Forest. After the family returned to the United States in 1872, they spent their winters in New York and their summers in Newport, Rhode Island.While in Europe, she was educated by tutors and governesses. She rejected the standards of fashion and etiquette that were expected of young girls at the time, intended to enable women to marry well and to be displayed at balls and parties. She thought these requirements were superficial and oppressive. Edith wanted more education than she received, so she read from her father's library and from the libraries of her father's friends. Her mother forbade her to read novels until she was married, and Edith complied with this command.

"The Age of Innocence," written by Edith Wharton and published in 1920, is a captivating exploration of love, duty, and societal expectations in the Gilded Age of New York City. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel transports readers to a world of opulent mansions, lavish soirées, and intricately woven social codes, all meticulously detailed by Wharton's keen observational skills.The novel introduces us to Newland Archer, a young and affluent lawyer engaged to the beautiful but conventional May Welland. As the heir to an esteemed New York family, Newland is entrenched in the traditions and expectations of high society. However, the arrival of May's unconventional cousin, Countess Ellen Olenska, disrupts the well-ordered world Newland has known.Ellen, having fled a troubled marriage in Europe, represents a breath of fresh air in a society stifled by its own rigidity. Her allure lies not only in her beauty but in her defiance of societal norms, sparking a sense of forbidden desire in Newland. The novel unfolds as Newland grapples with his growing infatuation for Ellen while navigating the intricate web of social obligations and familial expectations that bind him.Wharton's narrative is a rich tapestry of societal critique, drawing attention to the constraints imposed by the "innocence" of an era that masks the underlying complexities of human relationships. The characters are meticulously crafted, each contributing to the unfolding drama of love and duty. May Welland, seemingly docile and compliant, reveals hidden depths as the story progresses, adding layers to the exploration of societal expectations.One of the novel's strengths lies in its vivid portrayal of the societal customs and rituals of the time. Wharton meticulously describes the elaborate balls, the intricacies of dress codes, and the unspoken rules that govern interactions. This attention to detail creates a world that is both visually sumptuous and intellectually engaging, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the lavish tapestry of Gilded Age New York.The novel's title, "The Age of Innocence," is both ironic and poignant. On the surface, the term implies a certain purity and naivety, but Wharton uses it to expose the hypocrisy and moral complexity that lies beneath the veneer of innocence. The characters grapple with the tension between societal expectations and personal desires, challenging the notion of true innocence in matters of the heart.As the story unfolds, Wharton masterfully builds suspense, creating a narrative that is both timeless and timely. The novel's exploration of forbidden love, societal constraints, and the consequences of choice resonates across eras, inviting readers to reflect on their own relationships and the societal expectations that shape them."The Age of Innocence" stands as a timeless classic, a literary gem that continues to captivate readers with its exquisite prose, nuanced characters, and profound exploration of the human condition. Edith Wharton's masterful storytelling invites us to peer behind the curtain of societal conventions and question the true cost of conformity in matters of love and duty. Through the lens of Gilded Age New York, Wharton provides a mirror reflecting the perennial struggle between individual desires and the expectations of a society clinging to its own notion of innocence.

"New York lawyer Stephen Glennard, in an effort to raise money to pay for his upcoming wedding to his sweetheart, sells love letters written to him by deceased author Margaret Aubyn. This action comes back to haunt him and his marriage, exposing a betrayal that becomes the talk of New York society"--

The Age of Innocence begins with Newland Archer--gentleman-lawyer and scion of one of New York's most privileged families--anticipating his marriage to the gentle, lovely, and equally privileged May Welland. But when Newland meets May's cousin, the beautiful and scandal-ridden Countess Ellen Olenska, he begins to doubt his choice of bride and his place within the shallow, gilded cage of society life. If the Countess Olenska can dare to leave her disastrous marriage, can defy the unspoken, iron-clad rules that have shaped her life--what freedoms are possible for him? And what does true innocence look like in a world strangled by hollow custom, trivial squabbles, and the appearance of goodness? A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the Gilded Age, The Age of Innocence is one of Edith Wharton's greatest novels and a true classic that continues to inspire and transfix readers today.

Edith Wharton's novel, The Age of Innocence, was published in 1920. It was her eighth novel, first serialized in four parts in the magazine Pictorial Review in 1920. D. Appleton & Company published it as a book later that year. It won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921, making Wharton the first woman to do so. Though the committee initially agreed to award the prize to Sinclair Lewis for Main Street, the judge's rejection of his book on political grounds "established Wharton as the American 'First Lady of Letters,'" according to the judges. The story occurs in upper-class, "Gilded Age" New York City in the 1870s. Wharton wrote the book in her fifties after establishing herself as a significant author in high demand by publishers. The Age of Innocence, set during Wharton's childhood, was a softer and gentler work than The House of Mirth, which she published in 1905. Wharton wrote in her autobiography that The Age of Innocence gave her "a momentary escape in returning to my childish memories of a long-vanished America. It was becoming more and more evident that 1914 had destroyed the world I had grown up in and formed. Scholars and readers agree that The Age of Innocence is fundamentally about reconciling the old and the new.