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The House of Mirth

by Edith Wharton, Cynthia Griffin Wolff
The House of Mirth - Thryft
The House of Mirth - Thryft

A darkly humorous portrayal of societal expectations

Recommendation: This book is perfect for those who enjoy satirical and thought-provoking novels that delve into the complexities of social class and conformity. "The House of Mirth" presents a captivating narrative in which Lily Bart, a beautiful woman living in New York's affluent society, grapples with her desire for wealth and adoration. As she navigates a world driven by appearances and gossip, the book offers valuable insights into the pressures faced by individuals striving to fit into a morally bankrupt society. With its engaging storytelling and astute commentary on societal pressures, this novel is bound to leave readers pondering the illusions of wealth and the consequences of societal expectations.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The House of Mirth

by Edith Wharton, Cynthia Griffin Wolff
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ISBN: 9780140187298
Authors: Edith Wharton, Cynthia Griffin Wolff
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2023-09-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.96
(rated by 96462 readers)

Description

A black comedy of manners about vast wealth and a woman who can define herself only through the perceptions of others. The beautiful Lily Bart lives among the nouveaux riches of New York City – people whose millions were made in railroads, shipping, land speculation and banking. In this morally and aesthetically bankrupt world, Lily, age twenty-nine, seeks a husband who can satisfy her cravings for endless admiration and all the trappings of wealth. But her quest comes to a scandalous end when she is accused of being the mistress of a wealthy man. Exiled from her familiar world of artificial conventions, Lily finds life impossible.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
 

A darkly humorous portrayal of societal expectations

Recommendation: This book is perfect for those who enjoy satirical and thought-provoking novels that delve into the complexities of social class and conformity. "The House of Mirth" presents a captivating narrative in which Lily Bart, a beautiful woman living in New York's affluent society, grapples with her desire for wealth and adoration. As she navigates a world driven by appearances and gossip, the book offers valuable insights into the pressures faced by individuals striving to fit into a morally bankrupt society. With its engaging storytelling and astute commentary on societal pressures, this novel is bound to leave readers pondering the illusions of wealth and the consequences of societal expectations.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.