Description
- ISBN-13: 9780140186796
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
- Depth: 19
- Language: English
- Returnable: Y
- Spine Width: 14 mm
- Width: 131 mm
- ISBN-10: 0140186794
- Publisher Date: 01 Aug 1993
- Binding: Paperback
- Height: 197 mm
- No of Pages: 224
- Series Title: Penguin Great Books of the 20th Century
- Weight: 182 gr
Rohit Choudhary –
The subtle hints of incest was disturbing. The novel was okay besides that.
Aayush Sharma –
Good book. The romance felt a little forced, but the setting was captivating. The ending was okay
Chayan Thagria –
A great book! Edith Wharton’s storytelling is captivating. Charity is beautifully imperfect. Highly recommend!
Munulu Ringa –
A thought-provoking read. The themes of social class and desire are well-explored. The writing is superb.
Ruchika Kashyap –
It was an okay book. The ending was somewhat predictable, but the prose was good. Charity needed more sense.
Urja Parmar –
Decent read. It dragged at times, but the exploration of societal constraints was interesting.
Atul Budhwar –
I enjoyed the atmosphere, but felt the ending was rushed. Explores complex themes but could have been developed more.
Aditya Bhardwaj –
I really enjoyed this novel! The atmosphere was perfect, and the characters were well-developed.
Himanshu Gupta –
Loved this book! The characters were believable, and the plot was engaging. Wharton is a master storyteller.
Lalit Kumar Chauhan –
Interesting themes, but I struggled to connect with Charity. The writing is good, just not my favorite Wharton.
Raunak Banerjee –
A quick read! Wharton’s prose is beautiful, but Charity’s choices frustrated me. Still, a compelling look at small-town life.
Gowtham Nallampalli –
Wharton at her finest! The characters are so real, and the story kept me hooked. Highly recommended.
Ashish Garg –
A bit melodramatic for my taste, but the writing is undeniable. Some parts felt outdated but a decent book
Afshan Ali –
A short and sweet novel. The scenery is beautifully described, and the underlying tension is palpable.
Pragati Bisht –
I was disappointed. I found the plot predictable and the characters unlikable. Not Wharton’s best work.
Shreya Sinha –
A captivating story of love and loss. Charity’s journey is heartbreaking and inspiring. A must-read!
Vishal Gurnani –
Excellent novel. The story is well-written and thought-provoking. The characters are so well crafted and vivid.
Divyanshi Singh –
A mixed bag. Some parts were amazing, others were boring. Overall it was just okay
Happy Raghav –
Charity’s immaturity was frustrating, but her struggle was understandable. A bittersweet but impactful read.