The Age of Innocence

Set in the opulent society of New York, the story follows Newland Archer, who is engaged to the conventional May Welland. His life takes a dramatic turn when the enigmatic Countess Ellen Olenska returns, igniting a passionate affair that challenges his sense of duty and societal expectations. As Archer grapples with his feelings for Ellen and his commitment to May, he faces a profound internal conflict that could ultimately shape or shatter his future. The novel explores themes of love, societal norms, and the struggle between personal desire and obligation.