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Inside you’ll find valuable insights on Wharton’s The Age of Innocence, including: <ul type="disc">

Brief overall synopsis

Chapter-by-chapter summaries

Clear explanations and analysis

Character map&#8211;who’s who at a glance

Character analysis (Newland Archer, May Welland Archer, Countess Ellen Olenska, Mrs. Manson Mingott)

Concise discussion of major themes

Special essay on the book’s themes, including personal freedom, values, and social codes

Review Q&As and quote IDs

Essay questions and practice projects

Glossaries of key words and terms