Ethan Frome
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Language: EnglishPublished:
Subjects:
Domestic fictionTriangles (Interpersonal relations)FictionMarried peopleNew EnglandAccident victimsRural poor
Bookshelves:Authors:
- Wharton, Edith
1862 - 1937
About this book
In the stark, wintry landscape of rural New England, Edith Wharton's "Ethan Frome" unveils a tragic tale of forbidden love and societal constraints. Set against the backdrop of a desolate farmstead, the novella delves into the lives of Ethan Frome and his wife Zeena, whose marriage is tested by the arrival of Zeena's cousin, Mattie Silver. As the intricate dynamics between the characters unfold, themes of duty, desire, and isolation come to the forefront, painting a poignant portrait of human struggle. Ideal for literature enthusiasts and students of American fiction, "Ethan Frome" offers a gripping exploration of passion and sacrifice in a puritanical society.
