A Motor-Flight Through France: A Motor-Flight Through France: Edith Wharton's Adventurous Journey across the French Countryside by Edith Wharton

Edith Wharton

янв. 2021 г. · Prabhat Prakashan

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A Motor-Flight Through France by Edith Wharton: Embark on a captivating journey across the picturesque landscapes of France with Edith Wharton's travelogue, A Motor-Flight Through France. Wharton's vivid descriptions and keen observations transport readers to the charming villages, historic landmarks, and breathtaking vistas of the French countryside.

Key Points:
Chronicles Edith Wharton's personal experiences and adventures while traveling through France by motorcar.
Provides a unique perspective on the cultural, social, and historical aspects of France during the early 20th century.
Combines travel narrative with Wharton's eloquent prose and literary sensibilities, creating a vivid and engaging reading experience.

Edith Wharton, an iconic American author of the early 20th century, is celebrated for her keen observations of society and her exquisite prose. Born into New York's elite upper-class, Wharton deftly explored the complexities of human relationships, particularly within the constraints of societal expectations. Her works, including The Age of Innocence and The House of Mirth, portrayed the stifling conventions of the Gilded Age and the emotional struggles faced by her characters. Wharton's literary prowess earned her the distinction of being the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921, solidifying her place as a literary trailblazer.

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Edith Wharton, an iconic American author of the early 20th century, is celebrated for her keen observations of society and her exquisite prose. Born into New York's elite upper-class, Wharton deftly explored the complexities of human relationships, particularly within the constraints of societal expectations. Her works, including The Age of Innocence and The House of Mirth, portrayed the stifling conventions of the Gilded Age and the emotional struggles faced by her characters. Wharton's literary prowess earned her the distinction of being the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921, solidifying her place as a literary trailblazer.