Description

Book Synopsis

The Penguin English Library Edition of The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton

''It was characteristic of her that she always roused speculation, that her simplest acts seemed the result of far-reaching intentions''

A searing, shocking tale of women as consumer items in a man''s world, The House of Mirth sees Lily Bart, beautiful and charming, living among the wealthy families of New York but reluctant to finally commit herself to a husband. In her search for freedom and the happiness she feels she deserves, Lily is ultimately ruined by scandal.
Edith Wharton''s shattering novel created controversy on its publication in 1905 with its scathing portrayal of the world''s wealthy and the prison that marriage can become.

The Penguin English Library - 100 editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century and the very first novels to the beginning of the First World War.

The House of Mirth

    Product form

    A Paperback / softback by Edith Wharton

    £9.25

    Includes FREE delivery

    Order before 4pm tomorrow for delivery by Wed 23 Sep 2026.

    15 in stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton

      Book details

      Publisher Penguin Random House Group
      Imprint Penguin Classics
      Published 26 April 2012
      ISBN-13 9780141199023
      978-0141199023
      ISBN-10 0141199024
      Also in:
      Fiction Books by Edith Wharton

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The Penguin English Library Edition of The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton

      ''It was characteristic of her that she always roused speculation, that her simplest acts seemed the result of far-reaching intentions''

      A searing, shocking tale of women as consumer items in a man''s world, The House of Mirth sees Lily Bart, beautiful and charming, living among the wealthy families of New York but reluctant to finally commit herself to a husband. In her search for freedom and the happiness she feels she deserves, Lily is ultimately ruined by scandal.
      Edith Wharton''s shattering novel created controversy on its publication in 1905 with its scathing portrayal of the world''s wealthy and the prison that marriage can become.

      The Penguin English Library - 100 editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century and the very first novels to the beginning of the First World War.

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account