Old New York
Enriched edition. 4 novellas about historical NYC by Edith Wharton (False Dawn + The Old Maid + The Spark + New Year's Day)By Edith Wharton
Length10h 1m
About this audiobook
In "Old New York," Edith Wharton masterfully explores the intricacies of New York society in the late 19th century through a series of interconnected stories. This collection captures the rigid social mores and the emerging shifts of modernity, utilizing Wharton's hallmark psychological insight and rich, descriptive prose. With its nuanced characterization and intricate plotting, the book highlights themes of social class, ambition, and the constraints of tradition, set against the lush backdrop of Manhattan's elite. Each narrative serves to illuminate the complex interplay between personal desire and societal expectation, making it a pivotal work that reflects the changing landscape of American life. Edith Wharton, a prominent figure of American literature and the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize, was deeply influenced by her affluent upbringing and the rigid societal structures she observed. Her intimate familiarity with the New York elite, combined with her keen sense of observation and critique of her contemporaries, fuels the narratives in this collection. Wharton's own struggles with societal expectations and her desire for autonomy undoubtedly inform the characters' experiences throughout the stories. "Old New York" is essential reading for anyone intrigued by the complexities of social dynamics and the transformative power of change within a historical context. Wharton's incisive prose and keen insights invite readers to examine not only the lives of her characters but also the broader societal constructs of their time, making it a timeless exploration of human nature and society.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
21Chapter 7.
2Introduction
22Chapter 8.
3Author Biography
23Chapter 9.
4Historical Context
24Chapter 10.
5Synopsis (Selection)
25Chapter 11.
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6Part 1.
26Chapter 1
7Chapter 2.
27Chapter 2
8Chapter 3.
28Chapter 3
9Part 2.
29Chapter 4
10Chapter 5.
30Chapter 5
11Chapter 6.
31Chapter 1
12Chapter 7.
32Chapter 2
13Chapter 8.
33Chapter 3
14Chapter 9.
34Chapter 4
15Part 1
35Chapter 5
16Chapter 2.
36Chapter 6
17Chapter 3.
37Chapter 7
18Chapter 4.
38Analysis
19Chapter 5.
39Reflection
20Part 2
40Memorable Quotes
The Old Maid (The 'Fifties)Edith Wharton2h 48m$2 · $0.00
The Bolted DoorEdith Wharton1h 50m$2 · $0.00
In MoroccoEdith Wharton7h 12m$1 · $0.00
Sous la neigeEdith Wharton4h 9m$1 · $0.00
The Decoration of HousesEdith Wharton, Ogden Codman4h 47m$2 · $0.00
Italian Villas and Their GardensEdith Wharton5h 41m$1 · $0.00
The mother's recompenseEdith Wharton8h 28m$1 · $0.00
Crucial InstancesEdith Wharton4h 10m$2 · $0.00
The House of MirthEdith Wharton14h 12m$2 · $0.00
Tales of Men and GhostsEdith Wharton11h 33m$1 · $0.00
Les metteurs en scèneEdith Wharton7h 30m$2 · $0.00
The TouchstoneEdith Wharton4h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Custom of the CountryEdith Wharton14h 9m$2 · $0.00
The Custom of the Country (Summarized Edition)Edith Wharton4h 58m$2
Das Haus der FreudeEdith Wharton16h 34m$2 · $0.00
EstíoEdith Wharton6h 24m$2 · $0.00
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Their Castilian OrphanAnna Belfrage14h 45m$27
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Rilla of InglesideLucy Maud Montgomery11h 44m$2 · $0.00
The Viennese DressmakerKathryn Gauci11h 46m$23 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m$33 · $0.00
Under the Light of the Italian MoonJennifer Anton12h 28m$23 · $0.00
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Jubilee, 50th Anniversary EditionMargaret Walker15h 43m$25 · $0.00
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Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen14h 44m$2 · $0.00
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Les MisérablesVictor Hugo64h 17m$1 · $0.00
Between Two WorldsUpton Sinclair31h 43m$30
Under the Java MoonHeather B. Moore12h 23m$23
FamilyJ. California Cooper4h 43m$15
Rilla of InglesideL. M. Montgomery12h 25m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged)Jane Austen88h 8m5 (1)$1 · $0.00
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m$28 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
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The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
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WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4 (4)$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Complete Novels of Lucy Maud MontgomeryLucy Maud Montgomery203h 59m$1 · $0.00
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War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m$33 · $0.00
Ghetto BastardK’wan7h 37m$20
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