On Wharton's the House of Mirth

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Get the most from great literature with CliffsNotes, the original study guides. Written exclusively by experienced teachers and educators, CliffsNotes are the resource of choice for today’s students. These user-friendly guides make studying a snap–with visual icons flagging key themes, literary devices, and more. With hundreds of titles available in an easy-to-use format, CliffsNotes has the right guide for you. Inside you’ll find valuable insights on Wharton’s The House of Mirth, including: Plot *Brief overall synopsis *Chapter-by-chapter summaries *Clear explanations and analysis Characters *Character map–who’s who at a glance *Character analysis (including Lily Bart, Lawrence Selden, Bertha Dorset, and Simon Rosedale) Themes *Concise discussion of social codes, money, and other major themes Study Aids *Review Q&As and quote IDs *Essay questions and practice projects *Glossaries of key words and terms