54 pages 1 hour read

Edith Wharton

The Custom of the Country

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1913

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Edith Wharton's The Custom of the Country is praised for its incisive social commentary and compelling protagonist, Undine Spragg, whose ambition and moral ambiguity captivate readers. Critics commend Wharton's sharp prose and vivid portrayal of early 20th-century high society. However, some find the characters unsympathetic and the pacing uneven.

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Who Should Read The Custom of the Country?

Readers who enjoy social commentary and character-driven narratives, akin to those in Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence or F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, will appreciate The Custom of the Country. Fans of literary explorations of American class and relationships will find this novel compelling.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
Historical Fiction
American Literature
Themes
Relationships: Marriage
Society: Class
Society: Community
Topics
History: World