Ethan Frome

Ethan Frome is a novella by Edith Wharton, published in 1911, and is considered a classic of American literature. The story takes place on a desolate farm in New England and follows Ethan Frome, a man trapped in an unhappy marriage with his ailing wife, Zeena. When the young Mattie Silver, a relative of Zeena, is hired as a housemaid, a forbidden love unfolds between her and Ethan. However, their relationship is threatened by Zeena's jealousy and schemes, leading to a dramatic and tragic conclusion. In addition to the main story, this volume also includes four of Wharton's celebrated supernatural tales: "The Triumph of Night," "Kerfol," "Afterward," and "The Eyes." The Arcturus Classics series presents these timeless works in appealing paperback editions that are perfect for any library.