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Collected Stories 19111937
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Library Of America Presents The Second Volume In A Landmark Twovolume Collector'S Edition Of The Incomparable Stories Of An American Master.Born Into An Upperclass New York Family, Edith Wharton Broke With Convention And Became A Professional Writer, Earning An Enduring Place As The Grande Dame Of American Letters. This Library Of America Collection (Along With Its Companion Volume, Collected Stories: 18911910) Presents The Finest Of Wharton'S Achievement In Short Fiction, Drawn From The More Than Eighty Stories She Published Over The Course Of Her Career.In This Volume, Whartons Humor Is Abundantly Evident In Sly And Subtle Stories Like Xingu (In Which A Ladies Reading Group Is Led To Express Its Enthusiasm For An Occult Philosophy) And Charm Incorporated (About A Mildmannered Wall Street Executive Overwhelmed By His Migr Wifes Needy But Wonderful Relatives). As Always, Whartons Is A Provocative Voice On The Subject Of Sexuality And Womens Roles. In The Day Of The Funeral, Joy In The House, And Atrophy, Love And Desire Confront The Demands Of Polite Society; In Roman Fever, A Formal Tour De Force, Two Middleaged Women On Holiday With Their Modern Daughters Revisit The Fierce Competitiveness Of Their Own Youth.Of Particular Interest Are Whartons Stories Of The Uncanny And The Supernatural, Like The Grisly A Bottle Of Perrier, Set In The North African Desert, And The Chilling All Souls, Written Just Before Her Death. An Unacknowledged Master Of American Horror Fiction, Whartons Lucid Prose Makes All The More Powerful Her Exploration Of The Irrational Forces Underlying Ordinary Life.Also Included In This Edition Are A Chronology Of Whartons Life, Explanatory Notes, And An Essay On The Texts.Library Of America Is An Independent Nonprofit Cultural Organization Founded In 1979 To Preserve Our Nations Literary Heritage By Publishing, And Keeping Permanently In Print, Americas Best And Most Significant Writing. The Library Of America Series Includes More Than 300 Volumes To Date, Authoritative Editions That Average 1,000 Pages In Length, Feature Cloth Covers, Sewn Bindings, And Ribbon Markers, And Are Printed On Premium Acidfree Paper That Will Last For Centuries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Edith Wharton's 'Collected Stories 1911-1937'? A: The main theme revolves around human relationships, societal norms, and the exploration of sexuality and women's roles, often infused with humor and supernatural elements.
- Q: How many pages does 'Collected Stories 1911-1937' have? A: This volume contains 848 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this edition? A: The book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Collected Stories 1911-1937'? A: The author is Edith Wharton, a renowned American writer.
- Q: When was 'Collected Stories 1911-1937' published? A: The book was published on January 29, 2001.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content? A: Yes, it includes a chronology of Edith Wharton's life, explanatory notes, and an essay on the texts.
- Q: What genre does 'Collected Stories 1911-1937' fall under? A: It falls under the genre of anthologies, specifically focusing on short stories.
- Q: What can readers expect from Wharton's writing style in this collection? A: Readers can expect lucid prose that engages with complex themes while showcasing Wharton's humor and insights into society.
- Q: Is 'Collected Stories 1911-1937' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this collection is suitable for academic study due to its authoritative edition and comprehensive supplementary materials.
- Q: What makes Wharton's stories unique in this collection? A: Wharton's stories are unique for their exploration of the uncanny, societal critiques, and the blending of humor with serious themes.