EDITH WHARTON

Edith Wharton was born in January 24, 1862 and died in August 11, 1937.

Early life
Wharton was born in New York City. She had two brothers, Frederic Rhinelander and Henry Edward.
In 1885, at 23, she married Edward (Teddy) Robbins Wharton, who was 12 years older.

MAIN BOOKS

• The Touchstone, 1900
• The Age of Innocence, 1920
• Sanctuary (1903)
• The House of Mirth (1905)
• The Fruit of the Tree (1907)

GENRE

• Novels
• Poetry
• Short story collections
• Non-fiction
• As editor

Writing style
Many of Wharton's novels are characterized by a subtle use of dramatic irony. Having grown up in upper-class late-nineteenth-century 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 also wrote some well-regarded ghost stories.

influence
Wharton combined with insights into the society and their own intelligent humor talent, is the author of the novel and short, 85 works witty and profound.

Quotes1.
If only we'd stop trying to be happy we'd have a pretty good time.

Quotes2.
When people ask for time, it's always for time to say no. Yes has one more letter in it, but it doesn't take half as long to say.