Edith Wharton's 'Ethan Frome' is a haunting novel set in the stark landscape of rural New England, exploring themes of isolation, duty, and forbidden desire. Wharton's prose is elegant and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the small town of Starkfield and its inhabitants. The story follows the life of the titular character, Ethan Frome, as he navigates a loveless marriage and a growing attrac...