The Butterfly House

The Butterfly House

Mary E. Wilkins Freeman

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Double9 Books LLP
Año de edición:
2025
ISBN:
9789369428809
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The Butterfly House is set in the small, self-absorbed village of Fairbridge, New Jersey, where its citizens are consumed by their own sense of importance, unaware of their limitations. The story follows an ambitious woman struggling within the confines of village life, and a mysterious figure who seems detached from the social dynamics. The narrative explores the intricacies of small-town society, where social norms shape personal identity and ambition. The two women, whose lives intertwine within the Zenith Club, represent different facets of ambition, beauty, and the search for meaning. As they navigate this tight-knit community, the novel delves into the tension between personal desires and the societal expectations that confine them. Through richly detailed characters and settings, the novel enhances the examination of how individuals grapple with identity and ambition in a world dominated by small-town values. The story hints at deeper conflicts, both personal and societal, as the characters’ paths evolve amidst the oppressive atmosphere of their environment.

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