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The Age of Innocence

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Set in the 1870s during New York City's Gilded Age, the narrative revolves around an impending marriage and the arrival of a scandalous relative, which threatens to disrupt the couple's happiness. The novel explores themes of societal norms and personal desire, showcasing Wharton's sharp wit and mastery of language. Celebrated for her insight into the lives of the privileged, Wharton became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921. This edition includes a new biography, preserving her legacy for modern readers.

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Jazyk
anglicky
Vydavateľ
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Rok vydania
2009
Počet strán
458
ISBN13
9781444652307
Prvé vydanie
1920
Pôvodný názov
The Age of Innocence
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Set in the 1870s during New York City's Gilded Age, the narrative revolves around an impending marriage and the arrival of a scandalous relative, which threatens to disrupt the couple's happiness. The novel explores themes of societal norms and personal desire, showcasing Wharton's sharp wit and mastery of language. Celebrated for her insight into the lives of the privileged, Wharton became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921. This edition includes a new biography, preserving her legacy for modern readers.