The Buccaneers
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
406
Novel • Fiction
England • 1870s
1994
Adult
18+ years
The Buccaneers by Edith Wharton follows a group of American girls navigating British high society in pursuit of advantageous marriages. Set in the late 19th century, the story captures their experiences, challenges, and transformations amidst cultural contrasts. Wharton explores themes of social status, ambition, and identity.
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Edith Wharton’s The Buccaneers offers a rich portrayal of high society, with critics praising its nuanced characters and social commentary. The unfinished nature of the novel leaves plot threads hanging, which some readers find frustrating. Despite this, Wharton's elegant prose and insightful exploration of American and British aristocracy captivate and engage.
Readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong social commentary, complex female characters, and themes of transatlantic marriages will appreciate Edith Wharton's The Buccaneers. Fans of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice or Henry James's The Portrait of a Lady will find similar intrigue and elegance.
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406
Novel • Fiction
England • 1870s
1994
Adult
18+ years
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