The House of Mirth

Edith Wharton's writing is exquisite and her portrayals of 19th century American 'high' society is meticulous and realistic. 'The House of Mirth' is no exception."

The tragic love story portrays the moral, social, and economic restraints on a woman who dared to claim the privileges of marriage without assuming the responsibilities. Lily Bart, beautiful and sophisticated, is accepted by "old money" and courted by the growing tribe of nouveaux riches. But as time goes by, her foothold becomes precarious; a poor girl with expensive tastes, she needs a husband to preserve her social standing and to maintain her life in the luxury she has come to expect. While many have sought her, something—fastidiousness or integrity—prevents her from making a "suitable" match.

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