Edith Wharton

Verses (eBook, ePUB)

Poetic Reflections on Love, Loss, and Time

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In her collection "Verses," Edith Wharton explores a range of themes that delve into the complexities of human experience, nature, and society. Written in her characteristic eloquent prose, Wharton employs intricate imagery and lyrical language to convey emotional depth and insight, reminiscent of the Romantic poets. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, this compilation reflects Wharton's acute observations on both personal and societal issues, underscoring her literary position at the intersection of modernism and realism. Each poem reveals the nuanced tensions of her time, allowing readers to navigate the rich texture of her thought and artistry. Edith Wharton, known primarily for her novels and her critical observations of American society, was deeply influenced by her privileged upbringing, which provided her a unique lens through which to critique the elite circles of her contemporaries. Wharton'Äôs passion for literature was complemented by her keen interest in architecture and design, reflecting her multifaceted talents. Her poetry, though less well-known, serves as a testament to her skill in capturing the ephemeral moments of beauty and pain in life, demonstrating her breadth as an author and her philosophical inquiries into existence. "Verses" is highly recommended for those who appreciate the lyrical beauty of poetry and the subtleties of human emotion. Wharton's ability to distill profound observations into verse offers readers a contemplative journey through the intricacies of life. This collection invites both poetry aficionados and Wharton enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the eloquence of her reflections, enriching their understanding of a writer who transcendently captured the zeitgeist of her era.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 397
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066232030
• Artikelnr.: 58753376

Autorenporträt

Edith Wharton (1862 - 1937) was an American designer and novelist. Born in an era when the highest ambition a woman could aspire to was a good marriage, Wharton went on to become one of America's most celebrated authors. During her career, she wrote over 40 books, using her wealthy upbringing to bring authenticity and detail to stories about the upper classes and she went on to become the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in Literature, for her novel 'The Age of Innocence'. She moved to France in 1923, where she continued to write until her death.Her works have been adapted to the screen countless times. The most recent examples are Martin Scorsese's 'The Age of Innocence' (1993) starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder and Terence Davies' 'The House of Mirth' (2000) starring Gillian Anderson and Eric Stoltz.