Early Short Fiction Of Edith Wharton, Volume One

Early Short Fiction of Edith Wharton, Volume One

by Edith Wharton

This collection of early short stories by Edith Wharton explores dark and haunting themes. From ghostly apparitions to the lingering shadows of past misdeeds, these tales delve into the hidden recesses of the human psyche. With a focus on repressed desires and the consequences of past actions, Wharton's stories offer a chilling glimpse into the darker side of human nature.

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Edith Wharton

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Edith Wharton was an American novelist, short story writer, and designer. Wharton drew upon her insider's knowledge of the upper class New York "aristocracy" to realistically portray the lives and mor...

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