Tales of Men and Ghosts
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Tales of Men and Ghosts is a collection of ten short stories by Edith Wharton. The stories explore a range of themes, including the nature of love, the complexities of social class, and the power of the supernatural. Wharton's writing is often characterized by its psychological depth and its exploration of the inner lives of her characters. In this collection, she creates a cast of characters who are both complex and relatable, and she delves into their hopes, fears, and desires with great insight and compassion.Book Details
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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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