Ethan Frome

Set in the bleak winter landscape of Starkfield, Massachusetts, the story explores the theme of societal and moral constraints on personal desire. Ethan Frome, an isolated farmer, grapples with his longing for another woman while being burdened by his cold and demanding wife, Zeena. The novel delves into the struggles of love, duty, and the harsh realities of life, highlighting how external pressures can stifle individual happiness and fulfillment.