The House of Mirth
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EAN/UPC/ISBN Code
9781604598544
Brand
Wilder Publications
Author
Edith Wharton
Pages
370
Year of production
2010
Binding
152x220
Like most Wharton novels, The House of Mirth examines the conflict between rigid social expectation and personal desire. Lily Bart is adept at playing society"s games, which expect her to achieve an advantageous marriage. Yet, torn between her desire for luxurious living and a relationship based on mutual respect and love, she manages to sabotage all her possible chances for a wealthy marriage.