- EAN13
- 9782385820251
- Éditeur
- Quick Read
- Date de publication
- 16/02/2024
- Langue
- anglais
- Fiches UNIMARC
- S'identifier
Livre numérique
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Aide EAN13 : 9782385820251
- Fichier EPUB, libre d'utilisation
- Fichier Mobipocket, libre d'utilisation
- Lecture en ligne, lecture en ligne
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Discover a new way to read classics with Quick Read.
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each
chapter.
\- Reading time of the complete text: about 12 hours
\- Reading time of the summarized text: 25 minutes
"The House of Mirth" is a novel written by Edith Wharton in 1905. It tells the
story of Lily Bart, a woman who experiences a social decline from a privileged
life to a lonely existence on the outskirts of society. The novel criticizes
the morally corrupt upper class of the time. It was serialized in Scribner's
Magazine before being published as a book. The success of "The House of Mirth"
solidified Wharton's reputation as a major novelist. The novel explores themes
of romance, realism, and naturalism. Lily Bart faces challenges such as
financial struggles, gossip, and societal expectations. The story highlights
the social context of Old New York high society during the Gilded Age. The
novel continues to attract readers due to its timeless theme. Lily's tragic
fate is influenced by her relationships with various characters, including
Lawrence Selden, Simon Rosedale, and Bertha Dorset. The novel received
critical acclaim for its power, humor, and realistic portrayal of New York
society. It has been adapted into radio, stage, and film versions.
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each
chapter.
\- Reading time of the complete text: about 12 hours
\- Reading time of the summarized text: 25 minutes
"The House of Mirth" is a novel written by Edith Wharton in 1905. It tells the
story of Lily Bart, a woman who experiences a social decline from a privileged
life to a lonely existence on the outskirts of society. The novel criticizes
the morally corrupt upper class of the time. It was serialized in Scribner's
Magazine before being published as a book. The success of "The House of Mirth"
solidified Wharton's reputation as a major novelist. The novel explores themes
of romance, realism, and naturalism. Lily Bart faces challenges such as
financial struggles, gossip, and societal expectations. The story highlights
the social context of Old New York high society during the Gilded Age. The
novel continues to attract readers due to its timeless theme. Lily's tragic
fate is influenced by her relationships with various characters, including
Lawrence Selden, Simon Rosedale, and Bertha Dorset. The novel received
critical acclaim for its power, humor, and realistic portrayal of New York
society. It has been adapted into radio, stage, and film versions.
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