The Age of Innocence

Set against the backdrop of New York City's aristocratic society in the 1870s, Edith Wharton's "The Age of Innocence" intricately explores themes of tradition, love, and conformity through the lens of societal expectation. Wharton's rich prose and keen psychological insight delve into the lives of the upper class, revealing the constraints of their rigid social structures. The novel employs a narrative style infused with irony and subtle critique, highlighting the conflicts between personal des ...