Ethan Frome
Edition: Revised
Publisher: Prestwick House Literary Touchstone Classics
Published: 2006-03
Place of publication: Clayton, DE, USA
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 104
ISBN-13: 9781580495851
Copyright date: 2005
First sentence: I HAD THE STORY, bit by bit, from various people, and, as generally happens in such cases, each time it was a different story.
Description: Edith Wharton's moving tale of illicit passion and unfulfilled longing still resonates with modern readers, especially those struggling with the eternal conflict of desire and responsibility. Trapped in a loveless marriage, Ethan must choose between his invalid wife and the captivating cousin who comes to help manage the house. One unguarded moment and a single thoughtless act give rise to devastating consequences that will haunt Ethan for the remainder of his life. 

This Prestwick House Literary Touchstone Classic includes a glossary and notes to help the reader fully appreciate the depth of Wharton's characters and their intricate relationships.

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