The Age of Innocence
About this book
Edith Wharton's most famous novel, written immediately after the end of the First World War, is a brilliantly realized anatomy of New York society in the 1870s, the world in which she grew up, and from which she spent her life escaping. Newland Archer, Wharton's protagonist, charming, tactful, enlightened, is a thorough product of this society; he accepts its standards and abides by its rules but he also recognizes its limitations. His engagement to the impeccable May Welland assures him of a safe and conventional future, until the arrival of May's cousin Ellen Olenska puts all his plans in jeopardy. Independent, free-thinking, scandalously separated from her husband, Ellen forces Archer to question the values and assumptions of his narrow world. As their love for each other grows, Archer has to decide where his ultimate loyalty lies. - Back cover.
Reader Profile
4.0/5 · 203393 readers · 384 pages · ≈ 7 h 07 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The Age of Innocence?
About ≈ 7 h 07 m — 384 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Age of Innocence?
384 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Age of Innocence?
It sits on the Drama, Historical Fiction, Romance shelves.
Has The Age of Innocence been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include The Age of Innocence (1993).
Is The Age of Innocence in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The Age of Innocence?
The main characters include Edith Wharton (1862-1937).
Where does The Age of Innocence take place?
It is set in New York (N.Y.), New York (State), New York during 19th century, Xian dai.
Who wrote The Age of Innocence?
Edith Wharton.
Where can I read The Age of Innocence online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library