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Twilight Sleep

by Edith Wharton

Step into the opulent world of high society as Edith Wharton masterfully unveils the dazzling facade hiding the inner turmoil in "Twilight Sleep." In the midst of New York's glamour and excess, a web of secrets and desires unfolds. As wealthy socialite Pauline Manford navigates the intricacies of her privileged life, she finds herself entangled in a whirlwind of ambition, love, and moral dilemmas. With a magnetic hook, Wharton paints a vivid picture of a society veiled in luxury yet grappling with the conflicts of a changing era. Delve into this compelling narrative where appearances deceive, alliances shift, and the pursuit of happiness is far from straightforward. "Twilight Sleep" is a captivating exploration of the human psyche against the backdrop of a mesmerizing social tapestry.

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Language

English

Original Language

English

Published In

1927

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Edith Wharton

United States

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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