The Custom of the Country by Linda Wagner-Martin, Edith Wharton

The Custom of the Country

Linda Wagner-Martin, Edith Wharton

439 pages • first pub 1913 (editions)

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With the publication of this controversial novel, Edith Wharton leveled her most biting critique at the limitations that her society placed upon the ambitious woman.The Custom of the Country--which Harold Bloom, among others, considers her stronge...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,128 reviews

Moods

funny 64%
reflective 52%
challenging 27%
dark 21%
emotional 19%
lighthearted 14%
sad 14%
tense 12%
informative 6%
adventurous 5%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 62%
slow 30%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | A mix: 32% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 38% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 28%

Loveable characters?

No: 63% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 92% | Yes: 4% | It's complicated: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 98% | It's complicated: 1%

Average rating

3.93

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