"False Dawn (The 'Forties)" by Edith Wharton is a book placed in the 1840s, following Lewis Raycie, a young man torn between his family's hopes for him, his affection for Treeshy Kent, and the life-altering potential of a European adventure. The narrative begins with a send-off party for Lewis, revealing the complex relationships he shares with his father, Mr. Halston Raycie, and other members of their social circle. Vivid descriptions paint a picture of Lewis's internal conflict as he balances his father's ambitions with his growing feelings for Treeshy. As Lewis prepares for his trip to Europe, a journey meant to broaden his horizons and define his identity, he is burdened by his upbringing and yearns for independence. The story is steeped in social norms, family honor, and the delicate dance between love and duty, creating a compelling backdrop for Lewis's personal journey.
False Dawn (The 'Forties)
By Edith Wharton
Torn between love, duty, and the allure of a life-changing voyage, a young man must choose his own path against the backdrop of societal expectations.
Summary
About the AuthorEdith Newbold Wharton was an American writer and designer. Wharton drew upon her insider's knowledge of the upper-class New York "aristocracy" to portray, realistically, the lives and morals of the Gilded Age. In 1921, she became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in Fiction, for her novel, The Age of Innocence. She was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame, in 1996. Her other well-known works are The House of Mirth, the novella Ethan Frome, and several notable ghost stories.
Edith Newbold Wharton was an American writer and designer. Wharton drew upon her insider's knowledge of the upper-class New York "aristocracy" to portray, realistically, the lives and morals of the Gilded Age. In 1921, she became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in Fiction, for her novel, The Age of Innocence. She was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame, in 1996. Her other well-known works are The House of Mirth, the novella Ethan Frome, and several notable ghost stories.
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