{"product_id":"the-age-of-innocence-the-house-of-mirth-by-edith-wharton-hardcover-exquisite-cranford-collection-edition-of-gilded-age-elegance-love-and-social-ambition","title":"The Age of Innocence \u0026 The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton (Hardcover) – Exquisite Cranford Collection Edition of Gilded Age Elegance, Love, and Social Ambition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that the individual items listed below, as per their original cover image, will be dispatched together as a collective set. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully curated set brings together two of Edith Wharton’s most acclaimed novels, \u003cem\u003eThe Age of Innocence\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe House of Mirth\u003c\/em\u003e. These masterpieces delve into the opulence, societal constraints, and emotional intricacies of New York's Gilded Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for readers, collectors, and fans of classic literature, this set offers a timeless journey into the world of love, ambition, and societal expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Age of Innocence\u003c\/strong\u003e is a poignant tale set in the elite society of 1870s New York. Newland Archer is torn between duty and desire as he navigates his engagement to the conventional May Welland and his forbidden love for the unconventional Countess Ellen Olenska. Wharton’s intricate narrative captures the conflict between societal expectations and personal happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe House of Mirth\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the rise and fall of Lily Bart, a young woman of beauty and charm seeking her place in New York’s high society. As Lily struggles to balance her desire for independence with the rigid demands of wealth and status, her story becomes a tragic exploration of ambition, love, and the constraints of social convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth novels are presented in stunning hardcover editions from the Cranford Collection, featuring beautifully designed hardback covers with intricate details and gold-stamped accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted for elegance and durability, these books are timeless treasures for any bookshelf. This set is ideal for lovers of classic literature, fans of Wharton’s work, or anyone seeking to experience the intricate storytelling and social critique of the Gilded Age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cranford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55905433551235,"sku":"9789124399948N","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2481\/5790\/files\/3a6f9b56-eb1f-4243-8ec9-de8adc3042fa.jpg?v=1751361928","url":"https:\/\/smeikalbooks.co.uk\/en-us\/products\/the-age-of-innocence-the-house-of-mirth-by-edith-wharton-hardcover-exquisite-cranford-collection-edition-of-gilded-age-elegance-love-and-social-ambition","provider":"smeikalbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}