The Triumph Of Night / 1916

Name: The Triumph Of Night / 1916
Author: Edith Wharton

By Edith Wharton

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The narrative follows George Faxon, who is stranded at a wintry junction when a host's neglect forces him into unexpected isolation; soon after he witnesses a friend's death and flees, haunted by a sense that he failed to intervene. He departs for distant tropical lands to recover from shock, where physical recuperation contrasts with persistent moral torment as newspaper reports reveal consequences of his absence. The story traces his psychological unraveling and attempts at escape, shifting between stark New England winter and lush foreign settings, and examines themes of guilt, responsibility, memory, and the inescapability of conscience.

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Edith Wharton

Edith Wharton (1862-1937) was an American novelist, short story writer, and designer, known for her keen observations of the American upper class and her exploration of social mores. Her most celebrated work, "The Age of Innocence," won the Pulitzer Prize in 1921 and reflects her critical perspective on the constraints of society. Wharton's literary contributions extend to various genres, including novels, poetry, and travel writing, with notable titles such as "Ethan Frome" and "A Motor-Flight Through France." Throughout her career, she adeptly navigated themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships, establishing her as a significant figure in American literature.