Ethan Frome
by Edith Wharton
Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.35 out of 5, based on 72.4K reader ratings. First published in 1911. The book spans 99 pages.
About Ethan Frome
The classic novel of despair, forbidden emotions, and sexual undercurrents set against the austere New England countrysideEthan Frome works his unproductive farm and struggles to maintain a bearable existence with his difficult, suspicious and hypochondriac wife, Zeena. But when Zeena's vivacious cousin enters their household as a hired girl, Ethan finds himself obsessed with her and with the possibilities for happiness she comes to represent.In one of American fiction's finest and most intense narratives, Edith Wharton moves this ill-starred trio toward their tragic destinies. Different in both tone and theme from Wharton's other works, Ethan Frome has become perhaps her most enduring and most widely read book.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Edith Wharton |
| Published | 1911 |
| Pages | 99 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.35 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 72,421 |
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What genre is Ethan Frome?
Ethan Frome is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Ethan Frome worth reading?
Based on 72.4K reader ratings, Ethan Frome has an average score of 3.35 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Ethan Frome?
Ethan Frome has 99 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Ethan Frome?
Ethan Frome was written by Edith Wharton. It was first published in 1911.
What is the ISBN for Ethan Frome?
The ISBN-13 for Ethan Frome is 9780142437800.0.
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