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The story of "Ethan Frome" by Edith Wharton takes place in the late 19th century, specifically in the 1890s in a fictional New England town called Starkfield. The exact year is not explicitly mentioned in the novella.
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Where did the action of Ethan frome take place?
Starkfield Massachusetts
Is there any tragedy in the novel Ethan Frome If there is what it is?
Ethan Frome is not a tragedy. The only thing you could say is a tragedy is that Ethan ends up living a horrible life and suffering the whole time. This novel is not a tragedy because a tragedy must contain a tragic hero, and this novel does not. Ethan is not a tragic hero, he doesn't learn from his mistakes, and he doesnt even take action. He wimps out and tries to kill himself. Some say that was taking action, but it was the easy way out. Ethan Frome is not a tragedy, it is just a cruel book that tells the tale of 3 peoples miserable lives.
How is snow a symbol in the novella Ethan Frome?
the characters constantly complain about the snow and cold climatic scence hinges on the use of sleddin which is suicide. the snow symbolizes the fact that the place is dull and a lot of activities do not take place their apart from the church functions
Is Ethan Frome a tradegy?
Yes, Ethan Frome is a tragedy because everything Ethan has ever wanted has been taken away from him. He has to first leave school to take care of his parents, then is not able to go to the city because his wife Zeena gets sick, and then he can't run away with Mattie because he doesn't have enough money.
What is the climax of Ethan frome by Edith wharton?
The climax of "Ethan Frome" occurs when Ethan, driven by desperation and his feelings for Mattie Silver, decides to take her sledding down the hill. In a moment of impulsive passion, they aim for a tree, intending to end their struggles together. However, their tragic crash results in severe injuries for both, marking a turning point that seals their fates and underscores the themes of despair and entrapment in their lives. This moment encapsulates the culmination of their suppressed desires and the consequences of their choices.
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