{"product_id":"edith-whartons-ethan-fromesinister-short-stories-by-classic-women-writers-9781528722872","title":"Edith Wharton's Ethan Frome;Sinister Short Stories by Classic Women Writers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdith Wharton's haunting classic \u003cem\u003eEthan Frome\u003c\/em\u003e is set in a small, isolated town in Massachusetts, exploring the depths of human emotion and the profound impact of choices made in the face of societal constraints.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe story revolves around the titular character, Ethan Frome, a worn-down and introverted farmer whose life is bound by duty and responsibility. Trapped in a loveless marriage with his sickly and bitter wife, Zeena, Ethan's life takes an unexpected turn when his cousin, Mattie Silver, arrives to help with household chores. As Mattie's presence breathes new life into Ethan's monotonous existence, a powerful attraction blossoms between them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. Edith Wharton's masterful prose paints a vivid portrait of the harsh and unforgiving New England landscape, mirroring the emotional turmoil and restraints placed upon her characters. \u003cem\u003eEthan Frome\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential read for fans of classic gothic horror.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWharton, Edith:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Edith Wharton (1862-1937) was an American author and literary luminary of the early twentieth century. Known for her keen social observations and penetrating insights into the complexities of human nature, Wharton explored themes of love, marriage, and class. Her novels, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning 'The Age of Innocence', delved into the lives of the privileged elite, examining the intricate web of social customs and conventions that governed their existence.","brand":"Fantasy and Horror Classics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51676015165714,"sku":"9781528722872","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_b0268d9d-858e-4ed4-b226-afc1979aff5f.jpg?v=1761038401","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/edith-whartons-ethan-fromesinister-short-stories-by-classic-women-writers-9781528722872","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}