In "Old New York," Edith Wharton crafts a captivating collection of four interconnected stories that depict the social mores and intricacies of New York's elite during the Gilded Age. With her characteristic precision and acute psychological insight, Wharton delves into themes of societal expectation, wealth, and the constraints placed upon women. The literary style is marked by rich detail and a formal elegance that reflects the period's opulence, while also critiquing the shallow values that underpin high society. Each narrative subtly intertwines to form a portrait of a world in transition, where ambition and tradition clash, showcasing Wharton's adeptness at conveying the complexities of her characters' lives within a tightly woven historical context. Edith Wharton, an astute observer of American society and the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, drew from her own experiences within an affluent New York family. Her deep-seated understanding of upper-class values and her own struggles with societal conventions inform the narratives in this volume. Wharton's literary career is marked by her pioneering exploration of women's roles and the constraints imposed by society, which resonates powerfully in this collection. "Old New York" is highly recommended for readers seeking both a rich historical narrative and an incisive commentary on social class. Wharton's prose invites reflection on the nature of ambition, identity, and the often unyielding grip of tradition, making it a timeless exploration of a bygone era that remains relevant today.
Marcel Proust
Edith Wharton
bookDos estampas de Nueva York
Edith Wharton
bookPuro vicio: Libros y lecturas
Lewis Carrol, Joseph Conrad, William E. Gladstone, Washington Irving, John Maynard Keynes, Jack London, William Roberts, Theodore Roosevelt, Bradford Torrey, Edith Wharton, Oscar Wilde, Virginia Woolf
bookLas hermanas Bunner
Edith Wharton
bookLos niños
Edith Wharton
bookLa casa de la alegría
Edith Wharton
audiobookbookEthan Frome
Edith Wharton
audiobookbookLa edad de la inocencia
Edith Wharton
audiobookbookLa edad de inocencia
Edith Wharton
bookMadame de Treymes
Edith Wharton
bookThe Age of Innocence : A Timeless Tale of Love, Sacrifice, and Society's Expectations
Edith Wharton, Zenith Blue Ridge Books
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Edith Wharton
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