The Hermit and the Wild Woman, and Other Stories
Edith Wharton
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like the other as pearls in a well-matched string. Above all he liked to have time to save his soul. He had been greatly troubled about his soul since a band of Flagellants had passed through the town, exhibiting their gaunt scourged bodies and exhorting the people to turn from soft raiment and delicate fare, from marriage and money-getting and dancing and games, and think only how they might escape the devil’s talons and the great red blaze of hell. For days that red blaze hung on the edge of the boy’s thoughts like the light of a burning city across a plain. There seemed to be so many pitfalls to avoid—so many things were wicked which one might have supposed to be harmless. How could a child of his age tell? He dared not for a moment think of anything else. And the scene of sack and slaughter from which he had fled gave shape and distinctness to that blood-red vision. Hell was like that, only a million million times worse. Now he knew how flesh looked when devils’ pincers tore it, how the shrieks of the damned sounded, and how roasting bodies smelled. How could a Christian spare one moment of his days and nights from the long long struggle to keep safe from the wrath to come...FROM THE BOOKS.
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Edith Wharton, one of the most renowned American authors of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is celebrated for her sharp social critique, psychological depth, and nuanced portrayals of human behavior. In The Hermit and the Wild Woman and Other Stories, Wharton explores the emotional intricacies of her characters, capturing their inner conflicts and desires. Her works often reflect the tension between societal expectations and personal fulfillment, offering a profound look at the emotional landscape of her time. Wharton’s ability to illuminate the complexities of relationships, self-identity, and personal struggle has made her a significant figure in American literature. The stories in The Hermit and the Wild Woman and Other Stories continue to resonate with readers who appreciate literature that delves deeply into the psychological and emotional conflicts that define the human experience. Her work remains an essential part of the literary canon for those interested in exploring the intricacies of human nature and the forces that shape our lives.
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