Ethan Frome (World's Classics Series) (eBook)

Edith Wharton (Autor)

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2019
99 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-406605229-4 (EAN)

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Edith Wharton's 'Ethan Frome' is a haunting novel set in the stark landscape of rural New England, exploring themes of isolation, duty, and forbidden desire. Wharton's prose is elegant and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the small town of Starkfield and its inhabitants. The story follows the life of the titular character, Ethan Frome, as he navigates a loveless marriage and a growing attraction to his young house guest. The novel's restrained emotion and tragic ending make it a classic work of American literature, showcasing Wharton's keen insight into human nature and society. 'Ethan Frome' stands out for its exploration of the constraints of societal expectations and the complexities of human relationships, making it a timeless and thought-provoking read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen
• Schlagworte: Accidental Knight • American author • beneath a scarlet sky • classic fiction • Edwardian Era • In the Arms of the Elite • Jane Austen • Literary Analysis • Little Women • narrative structure • new england setting • Realist Writing Style • Sinclair Lewis • small-town secrets • social conventions • The Dark Bones • The Great Gatsby • Time and Chance • tragic love story • what the wind knows