Age of Innocence (Dramatised) Audiobook

" This is one I will read again one day. Usually, when I wrote a detailed paper on a book, I was sick of it that I never wanted to see it again. Not so "The Age of Innocence." A powerful read, vivid and heartbreaking. "

" Definitely one of my favorite American novels...in large part because it demonstrated qualities of British literature (my fave), focusing on problems within the upperclass. Definitely a great book and well-worth the read. The characters (Newland Archer and Ellen Olenska) remind me of Catherine and Heathcliff (Wuthering Heights): extremely passionate, dependent on each other for their identity, outsiders. Great novel. "

" A lot less raw than The House of Mirth, and therefore, I think, a very different read depending on your own assumptions. For example, I notice that many reviewers agree with Newland's assessment of May, when it's clear that Newland isn't nearly as perceptive as he thinks he is (and obviously she is a boss). "

" Sad. But. Lovelytakes place during a time of grace and gentility. Women were such victims of their situations, so sad and during this period people were so judgmental and so unforgiving. I enjoyed the details of the privileged lifestyle. But I was hoping they would get together. Not to be. "

" Good story of the pressures of New York society after WWI. "

" Saw a play last weekend about a book club. Wharton & "Age" were heavily referenced and this being one of my LitGaps (tm), when I ran across a copy on the shelf Wednesday, I thought it was time. It was. "

" What I did really recall from this poor reading is how old America was like and how did people in that era think and reacted to society around them. At last I need to only say... what was that ending!!! "

" I didn't like this nearly as much as "The House of Mirth," but it was good. A bit slow getting started, but I really liked it by the end. I'm just going to say it, I couldn't stand May, even though I should feel sorry for her. She was manipulative and just vapid. But anyway, good book. "

" At times I found it heavy to read but it's a good story with with a lot subtlety. "

" Perfection on every level-literary, narrative, prosaic, insightfulness. Genius. Gorgeous. Delicious. "

" Normally, I think I would like this book. The writing was excellent, but it was sooooo repetitive! So, New York in the 1870s had strict social rules for the upper class that could feel oppressive - I get it already! I read 1/3 of the book and then gave up. "

" Loved it! I love the mix of old-fashioned paired with sentiments that still ring so true in today's world. Who hasn't felt hemmed in by their choices or other people's expectations of you? A delightful read and a perfect example of why some books are "classics." "

" I enjoyed the book, but was rather disappointed by the last chapter. "

" It's rare to read satire of a society gone by and still find it funny and biting. This is Wharton's gift. The story itself fell a little flat, though. "

" Some people and situations are not so different fron the non-communicating, "proper" society. Sad. I can see why Edith Wharton received the 1921 Pulitzer for this work. Now I'm curious about the movie. "

" Possibly my favorite book to read this last quarter, insane detail. Newland's a bit of a pansy. "

" I have read this book before and enjoyed it very much "

" Equal parts love and pain. Exquisite. The best of the best. "

" Just one of my all time favorite books. The social pressures and the outcomes that result are timeless. "

" My grand daughter read this book in her high school class last year. I realized that I had never read it. As I read it and thoroughly enjoyed it, I wondered at girls of today trying to understand the constraints of society way back when. "

" Well-written story, but not my favorite story line. I don't usually enjoy stories all about social status and married people who long to be with someone who is not their spouse (well, with the one exception of Gone with the Wind!). "

" I didn't care for the twisted love story. "

" This book is an old favorite. I reread it every so often, and never get bored of it. I love Edith Wharton's subtle, skillful way of telling a story, and pulling the reader into its world. I love that I am still in suspense, even knowing exactly how it will end. "

" Great look at NY society and manners at the start of the 20th century. The relationship between Newland Archer and Countess Ellen Olenska is a bit frustrating. All propriety is maintained in the end! "

" This made a great discussion for bookclub. I admit that the first half was slow reading for me, but the second half picked up and I was anxious to see how events played out. "

" One of my absolutely favorite books. Just perfect. "

" I'm glad I took the time to read The Age of Innocence. I did not expect the ending (which is good!). If you're going to pick up a Wharton novel, I'd start with Ethan Frome or The Bunner Sisters before reading The Age of Innocence. "