An Open-Eyed Conspiracy; an Idyl of Saratoga is a novel by William Dean Howells, first published in 1897. The story follows Basil March, who observes the lives of vacationers in Saratoga Springs, particularly focusing on Julia Gage, a young woman disillusioned by the social scene. Set against the backdrop of Saratoga's leisure culture, the novel explores themes of social class, romantic expectations, and the search for genuine connection amidst superficial gaiety. Howells' work reflects the complexities of human relationships and societal norms of the late 19th century.
