In Edith Wharton's collection of four novellas, including 'New Year's Day,' 'False Dawn,' 'The Old Maid,' and 'The Spark,' readers are transported to the refined society of early 20th century New York. With her keen observation of social norms and human nature, Wharton expertly explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of societal expectations. Her prose is elegant and precise, capturing the intricacies of her characters' emotions and motivations with depth and nuance. The collection showcases Wharton's mastery of the novella form and her ability to dissect the complexities of human relationships with precision and grace. Edith Wharton, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for her exploration of the social mores of the Gilded Age, drew upon her own experiences as a member of high society to craft these engrossing tales of love and duty. Her sharp wit and incisive critique of her characters' choices make this collection a captivating read for fans of classic literature and historical fiction. Wharton's keen eye for detail and compelling storytelling make this omnibus a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of human relationships in a changing world. For readers looking to delve into the world of early 20th century New York society and explore the themes of love, betrayal, and duty with a masterful hand, Edith Wharton's collection of novellas is a must-read. With its richly detailed characters and insightful exploration of human nature, this omnibus offers a compelling glimpse into the complexities of society and the heart.

Old New York is a collection of four novellas by Edith Wharton, revolving around upper-class New York City society in the 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, and 1870s. The New York of these stories is the same as the New York of The Age of Innocence, from which several fictional characters have spilled over into these stories. The observation of the manners and morals of 19th century New York upper-class society is directly reminiscent of The Age of Innocence, but these novellas are shaped more as character studies._x000D_ Table of Contents:_x000D_ False Dawn (The Forties)_x000D_ The Old Maid (The Fifties)_x000D_ The Spark (The Sixties)_x000D_ New Year's Day (The Seventies)_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_

"The Age of Innocence" centers on an upper-class couple's impending marriage, and the introduction of the bride's cousin, plagued by scandal, whose presence threatens their happiness. The story is set in the 1870s, in upper-class, "Gilded-Age" New York City. The novel is noted for attention to detail and its accurate portrayal of how the 19th-century East Coast American upper class lived, as well as for the social tragedy of its plot._x000D_ "Old New York" is a collection of four novellas revolving around upper-class New York City society in the 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, and 1870s. The New York of these stories is the same as the New York of The Age of Innocence, from which several fictional characters have spilled over into these stories. The observation of the manners and morals of 19th century New York upper-class society is directly reminiscent of The Age of Innocence, but these novellas are shaped more as character studies._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_

Edith Wharton was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist and short story writer. The Age of Innocence (1920) won the 1921 Pulitzer Prize for literature, making Wharton the first woman to win the award. Many of Wharton's novels are characterized by a subtle use of dramatic irony. Having grown up in upper-class pre-World War I society, Wharton became one of its most astute critics, in such works as The House of Mirth and The Age of Innocence. In addition to writing several respected novels, Wharton produced a wealth of short stories and is particularly well regarded for her ghost stories. This meticulously edited collection includes the following works: Afterward, The Age of Innocence, Artemis to Actaeon and Other Verses, Autres Temps..., Bunner Sisters, The Choice, Coming Home, Crucial Instances, The Custom of the Country, The Descent of Man & Other Stories, The Early Short Fiction of Edith Wharton, Volume 1, The Early Short Fiction of Edith Wharton, Volume 2, Ethan Frome, Fighting France, The Fruit of the Tree, The Glimpses of the Moon, The Greater Inclination, The Hermit and the Wild Woman, The House of Mirth, In Morocco, Kerfol, The Long Run, Madame de Treymes, The Reef, Sanctuary, Summer, Tales of Men and Ghosts, The Touchstone, The Triumph of Night, The Valley of Decision, Xingu.

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"New Year's Day (The 'Seventies)" by Edith Wharton follows its main character, Lizzie, as she navigates New York City's high society as news gets out about her affair. This book explores how much gossip plays a role in making the city's elite function and continue their "rule" at the top of the socio-economic pyramid.