Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton

Discover Edith Wharton’s haunting masterpiece, Ethan Frome, a timeless tale of love, duty, and tragic consequences set against the bleak winter landscape of rural New England. This poignant novella explores the life of Ethan Frome, a struggling farmer trapped in a loveless marriage, whose yearning for happiness leads to a moment of fateful desperation.

Wharton’s sharp, evocative prose and masterful storytelling delve into themes of isolation, societal constraints, and the human desire for redemption. Ethan Frome remains a powerful and enduring classic, celebrated for its emotional depth and stark realism.