Edith Wharton

Human Nature (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Depths of Human Behavior and Societal Norms
Redaktion: Wharton, Edith

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Human Nature,' Edith Wharton navigates the intricate landscape of morality, desire, and the societal conventions that shape human behavior. Through a series of interwoven narratives, Wharton masterfully employs a realist literary style, delving into the psychological depths of her characters, exploring their internal and external conflicts within the constraints of early 20th-century American society. This work stands out for its rich character development and keen social commentary, demonstrating Wharton's ability to blend narrative elegance with incisive critique of cultural norms. Edith Wharton, an esteemed novelist, was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Her privileged upbringing in New York society endowed her with a unique perspective on the intricacies of upper-class life, profoundly influencing her literary output. Wharton's acute observations of social dynamics, coupled with her personal experiences'Äîincluding a tumultuous marriage'Äîinfuse 'Human Nature' with a depth that resonates with her readers not merely as fiction but as profound social inquiry. For those engaged in the study of societal mores and human psychology, 'Human Nature' is an essential read. Wharton'Äôs exploration of the tensions between individual desires and societal expectations offers timeless insights, making this work a valuable addition to both literary and philosophical discourse.

---

Dieser Download kann aus rechtlichen Gründen nur mit Rechnungsadresse in A, B, BG, CY, CZ, D, DK, EW, E, FIN, F, GR, H, IRL, I, LT, L, LR, M, NL, PL, P, R, S, SLO, SK ausgeliefert werden.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 141
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. August 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066357474
• Artikelnr.: 62539552

Autorenporträt

EDITH WHARTON (1862-1937) was an American writer and designer. In 1921 she became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in Fiction, for her novel The Age of Innocence. Her other works include The House of Mirth, Ethan Frome, and The Custom of the Country. In her lifetime, Wharton wrote eighteen novels, seven novellas, and eighty-five short stories, as well as poetry, books on design, travelogues, literary and cultural criticism, and a memoir.