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Age of Innocence

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SKU: 9780140189704

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Explore the glamorous yet restrictive world of Gilded Age New York in Edith Wharton’s “Age of Innocence.” This timeless novel delves into a captivating love triangle, exploring themes of duty, societal expectations, and unspoken truths. Follow Newland Archer as he navigates a world of hidden desires and forbidden passions. With a foreword by Elif Batuman, this edition offers a fresh perspective on a classic tale of love and loss in a bygone era. ISBN: 9780140189704

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  • ISBN-13: 9780140189704
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 19
  • Height: 198 mm
  • No of Pages: 368
  • Series Title: Penguin Great Books of the 20th Century
  • Weight: 250 gr
  • ISBN-10: 014018970X
  • Publisher Date: 01 Mar 1996
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Reprint
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 18 mm
  • Width: 130 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

18 reviews for Age of Innocence

  1. Sachin Azad

    Compelling characters, a vivid setting, and a thought-provoking story. A truly remarkable read.

  2. Md Kaif Alam

    A beautiful, melancholic story. Wharton’s prose is stunning, but the ending left me feeling a bit empty.

  3. Pranjal Dwivedi

    An insightful look at a bygone era and the constraints placed on individuals by society. A great book.

  4. Bhavna Sharma

    The writing style was too verbose for my taste, and I found it hard to get into the plot.

  5. Yashwanth Kumar Reddy Bethi

    I appreciated the story, but it did drag. The ending was a bit lackluster.

  6. Rohan Sachdeva

    Absolutely captivating! Wharton masterfully portrays the stifling atmosphere of the Gilded Age. A must-read.

  7. Anurag Singh Praliya

    A classic for a reason! I loved the exploration of societal constraints, though it felt a little slow at times.

  8. Prazzwal Arjun Singh

    A well-written novel, but I found the plot a bit drawn out. The themes of duty and desire were compelling.

  9. Shubham Chandra

    A timeless masterpiece! Wharton’s insights into human nature are profound. The characters were well-developed.

  10. Ashutosh Goswami

    I struggled to connect with the characters. The story felt a bit dated, but I appreciated the historical context.

  11. Aniket Birda

    I enjoyed learning about the Gilded Age, but I found the characters a bit frustrating. Archer’s indecisiveness got on my nerves.

  12. Ipsita Singh

    I found the book somewhat boring, although the prose was lovely. Not for everyone.

  13. K Sagar

    I was disappointed by the ending. The characters felt distant and unrelatable.

  14. Divya Manwani

    A good read, although somewhat predictable. The descriptions of New York society were fascinating.

  15. Ketan Hari Hazra

    Wharton’s writing is exquisite! A poignant tale of unspoken desires and missed opportunities. Highly recommend.

  16. Harish A Kendrekar

    A beautifully written story about love and loss. Wharton’s descriptions are fantastic.

  17. Shashank Dilip Bhavsar

    I enjoyed the book, but it’s not one of my favorites. The social commentary was interesting.

  18. Piyush Srivastava

    Slow and somewhat depressing. I found the characters too passive and the story lacked excitement.

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