The Collected Works of Edith Wharton
Enriched edition. Social satire of the Gilded Age—class, gender, love and duty in elegant, character-driven fictionBy Edith Wharton
Length183h 36m
About this audiobook
Edith Wharton's "The Collected Works of Edith Wharton" presents a comprehensive anthology of her literary genius, showcasing her incisive exploration of early 20th-century American society, class, gender, and morality. With a remarkable command of prose, Wharton's stylistic choices range from sharp social commentary to lush, descriptive passages, reflecting the complexity of her characters and settings. The collection includes celebrated works such as "The Age of Innocence" and "The House of Mirth," which exemplify her ability to critique the societal norms of her time while engaging readers with intricate narratives that delve into the psychology of her characters. Edith Wharton (1862-1937), the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, was deeply influenced by her affluent upbringing in a socially prominent New York family. Her firsthand experiences with high society provided her an intimate understanding of its intricacies and contradictions, themes that permeate her works. Wharton's extensive travels and her engagement with European literary movements further enriched her narrative techniques, establishing her as a pioneering force in American literature. This anthology is highly recommended for anyone seeking to grasp the nuances of Wharton's literary landscape and the critical insights she offers into the human experience. Whether you are a seasoned reader of literary classics or new to Wharton's oeuvre, her collected works offer a fascinating lens through which to understand the complexities of societal expectations and personal desires.
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
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length183 hrs 36 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 25, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
42Collected Works of Edith Wharton (31 books in one volume) (pt. 38)
2Author Biography
43Collected Works of Edith Wharton (31 books in one volume) (pt. 39)
3Historical Context
44Collected Works of Edith Wharton (31 books in one volume) (pt. 40)
4Synopsis (Selection)
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46Collected Works of Edith Wharton (31 books in one volume) (pt. 42)
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79Analysis
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80Reflection
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81Memorable Quotes
41Collected Works of Edith Wharton (31 books in one volume) (pt. 37)
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