Edith Wharton

Broschiertes Buch

Bunner Sisters

Beschreibung

Bunner Sisters revolves around the lives of two sisters who run a modest shop in New York City. Despite their humble circumstances, they hold onto their unfulfilled dreams and desires while facing the pressures of societal expectations. The story opens with the sisters in their quaint, a deteriorating neighborhood, preparing for a celebration that highlights the simplicity of their lives. Their financial struggles are evident, yet they find contentment in their routine existence. The dynamic between the two reveals their reliance on each other, yet individual yearnings stir beneath the surface. The introduction of a man into their lives marks a potential turning point, hinting at love, sacrifice, and the complicated realities of their social standing. The narrative explores the tension between personal longing and the constraints imposed by their circumstances, ultimately depicting the emotional complexities of love, familial bonds, and the harshness of life in a lower social class.

Autor

Edith Wharton was an acclaimed American novelist, short story writer, and designer, born in 1862 into a prominent New York family. She is best known for her insightful and often critical portrayals of upper-class society in the early 20th century. Wharton's works explore themes of social class, morality, and the constraints of society, often highlighting the inner lives and struggles of her characters. Her most famous novels include The Age of Innocence, which won the Pulitzer Prize, and The House of Mirth. Wharton was a pioneer for women in literature, as she wrote extensively about female agency and the societal pressures faced by women of her time. In addition to fiction, Wharton was a talented designer and a keen observer of architecture and interior design, which influenced her writing. Throughout her career, she received widespread acclaim and remains a significant figure in American literature, with her works continuing to be studied and celebrated today.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 86
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 121g
• ISBN-13: 9789370425958
• ISBN-10: 9370425950
• Artikelnr.: 73738707