Cliffsnotes on Wharton's Ethan Frome
Published: 1999
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"Ethan Frome," written by Edith Wharton, tells the story of a poor, disillusioned farmer living in the harsh New England town of Starkfield. Ethan navigates a life of obligation and unfulfilled desires, feeling trapped in a loveless marriage with his ill wife, Zeena. His life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with his wife's young cousin, Mattie Silver. Their passionate but doomed relationship is stifled by societal expectations and personal sacrifice, leading to a tragic conclusion. The novel explores themes of isolation, yearning, and the constraints of duty against the backdrop of a bleak, unforgiving landscape. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book was published in 1999 by Cliffs Notes .
SUZANNE PAVLOS taught high school English and reading. She is a freelance writer and editor.