Edith Wharton wrote during the late 1800's and early 1900's. Her first published work was The Decoration of Houses which was published in 1897.
Gilded Age; social conventions
Edith Wharton was the niece of industrialist Joseph Wharton. Her mother, Lucretia, was a sister of Joseph, making him her maternal uncle. Joseph Wharton was a prominent figure in the development of the American steel and mining industries, while Edith became a renowned author known for her novels exploring the lives of the American elite. Their familial connection highlights a link between literature and industry during an era of significant social change in the United States.
Guilded Age; social conventions
The author of "The House of Mirth" is Edith Wharton. She was an American novelist and considered one of the prominent writers of the early 20th century, known for her insightful portrayals of New York society.
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Edith Wharton was born on January 24, 1862.
Edith Wharton's maiden name was Edith Newbold Jones.
Edith Wharton's birth name is Jones, Edith Newbold.
Edith Wharton wrote The Age of Innocence.
Edith Wharton was born on January 24, 1862.
Edith Wharton was born on January 24, 1862.
Edith Wharton wrote about new york city