The age of innocence
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Batuman, Elif, 1977- writer of foreword.
Blackwood, Sarah, writer of introduction.
Quinn, Laura writer of added commentary.
Published
New York : Penguin Books, 2021.
Format
Book
Edition
[New edition].
ISBN
9780143134817, 0143134817
Physical Desc
xxx, 333 pages ; 21 cm.
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Published
New York : Penguin Books, 2021.
Edition
[New edition].
Language
English
ISBN
9780143134817, 0143134817
Accelerated Reader
UG
Level 8.8, 19 Points
Lexile measure
1170

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Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Description
Dutiful Newland Archer, an eligible young man from New York high society, is about to announce his engagement to May Welland, a suitable match from a good family, when May's cousin, the beautiful and exotic Countess Ellen Olenska, is introduced into their circle. The Countess brings with her an aura of European sophistication and a hint of perceived scandal, having left her husband and claimed her independence. Her worldliness, disregard for society's rules, and air of unapproachability attract the sensitive Newland, despite his enthusiasm about a marriage to May and the societal advantages it would bring. Almost against their will, Newland and Ellen develop a passionate bond, and a classic love triangle takes shape as the three young people find themselves drawn into a poignant and bitter conflict between love and duty. Written in 1920, Edith Wharton's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about a time and place long gone by--1870s New York City--beautifully captures the complexities of passion, independence, and fulfillment, and how painfully hard it can be for individuals to truly see one another and their place in the world.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Wharton, E., Batuman, E., Blackwood, S., & Quinn, L. (2021). The age of innocence ([New edition].). Penguin Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Edith Wharton et al.. 2021. The Age of Innocence. Penguin Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Edith Wharton et al.. The Age of Innocence Penguin Books, 2021.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Wharton, Edith, Elif Batuman, Sarah Blackwood, and Laura Quinn. The Age of Innocence [New edition]., Penguin Books, 2021.

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