The Custom of the Country by Edith Wharton

The Custom of the Country

Edith Wharton

fiction classics challenging reflective medium-paced

370 pages | first published 1913

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Considered by many to be her masterpiece, Edith Wharton’s second full-length work is a scathing yet personal examination of the exploits and follies of the modern upper class. As she unfolds the story of Undine Spragg, from New York to Europe, Wha...
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Summary of 639 reviews

Moods

reflective 62%
funny 51%
challenging 33%
dark 29%
emotional 14%
lighthearted 7%
tense 7%
adventurous 3%
informative 3%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 80%
slow 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 47%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 34% | Yes: 34% | No: 30%

Loveable characters?

No: 69% | It's complicated: 30%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 95% | Yes: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 4%

Average rating

3.87

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