| The House of Mirth Contributor(s): Wharton, Edith (Author) |
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ISBN: 1604598549 ISBN-13: 9781604598544 Publisher: SMK Books OUR PRICE: $11.39 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Fiction | Classics - Fiction | Romance - General |
| Dewey: FIC |
| Lexile Measure: 1230 |
| Physical Information: 0.82" H x 6" W x 9" (1.19 lbs) 370 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 50682 Reading Level: 9.7 Interest Level: Upper Grades Point Value: 26.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Like most Wharton novels, The House of Mirth examines the conflict between rigid social expectation and personal desire. Lily Bart is adept at playing society's games, which expect her to achieve an advantageous marriage. Yet, torn between her desire for luxurious living and a relationship based on mutual respect and love, she manages to sabotage all her possible chances for a wealthy marriage. |