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Idle Wives is a novel written by James Oppenheim and published in 1914. The story revolves around a group of wealthy and bored women who are dissatisfied with their lives and seek excitement and adventure. They form a secret society called ''The Idle Wives Club'' and engage in various illicit activities, such as gambling, drinking, and affairs with other men. The main character, Grace, is a member of the club who becomes involved in a dangerous love triangle with two men. As the story progresses, the women’s actions have consequences and they are forced to confront the reality of their choices. The novel explores themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the consequences of indulging in excess. Oppenheim’s writing style is engaging and the plot is filled with twists and turns that keep the reader engaged until the very end. Overall, Idle Wives is a fascinating and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of wealthy women in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
