edith wharton
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Edith Wharton: An American novelist and short story writer, active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She is known for her insightful portrayals of upper-class society in New York.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The novel "The Age of Innocence" was written by Edith Wharton.
- Scholars often study the works of Edith Wharton to understand Gilded Age society.
Advanced Usage
- "Wharton's prose": Refers to the distinctive writing style of Edith Wharton.
- Wharton's prose is celebrated for its irony and psychological depth.
- "A Wharton novel": Describes a novel written by Edith Wharton.
- A Wharton novel typically explores themes of social constraint and personal desire.
Variants and Related Words
- Whartonian (adj): Characteristic of or relating to Edith Wharton or her works.
- The film adaptation captured the Whartonian atmosphere perfectly.
Synonyms
- Author: A writer of a book, article, or report.
- Novelist: A person who writes novels.
Noun
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United States novelist (1862-1937)
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