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Book Description |
| New Year’s Day (The ‘Seventies) is a novella by Edith Wharton, part of her Old New York collection. Set in 19th-century New York society, the story follows Lizzie Hazeldean, a woman caught in a scandalous affair that challenges the rigid moral codes of the time. As whispers of her indiscretions spread, the narrative explores themes of reputation, hypocrisy, and the constraints placed on women in high society. Wharton delivers a poignant critique of social judgment and the cost of personal happiness in this elegantly written tale. |
About Author |
| Edith Wharton |
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Edith Wharton (1862–1937) was an American novelist, short story writer, and designer, best known for her keen observations of high society and her exploration of themes like class, morality, and the constraints of social conventions. Born into a wealthy New York family, she was well-acquainted with the upper-class society she often depicted in her works. Wharton published over 40 books in her lifetime, including The House of Mirth (1905), Ethan Frome (1911), and The Age of Innocence (1920), the latter of which won her the Pulitzer Prize, making her the first woman to receive the award. Her writing often critiqued the rigid structures of the elite and the limitations placed on women in society. Beyond literature, Wharton was also a skilled interior designer and travel writer. During World War I, she lived in France and was deeply involved in humanitarian efforts. She remained in France until her death in 1937. Her legacy endures as one of the most important voices in American literature. |
