CliffsNotes^TM on Wharton's The Age of Innocence

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Inside you’ll find valuable insights on Wharton’s The Age of Innocence, including:

• Brief overall synopsis

• Chapter-by-chapter summaries

• Clear explanations and analysis

• Character map–who’s who at a glance

• Character analysis (Newland Archer, May Welland Archer, Countess Ellen Olenska, Mrs. Manson Mingott)

• Concise discussion of major themes

• Special essay on the book’s themes, including personal freedom, values, and social codes

• Review Q&As and quote IDs

• Essay questions and practice projects

• Glossaries of key words and terms