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Marne: a tale of the war

Marne: a tale of the war

Edith Wharton

Published in 1918, 'Marne: A Tale of the War' is a novella by American author Edith Wharton, known for her novels of manners. Set during World War I, it follows 15-year-old Troy Belknap, an American boy eager to enlist and aid France. The story reflects Wharton's experiences living in Paris during the war and her involvement in refugee work, providing a unique perspective on the conflict through the eyes of a young protagonist.

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American writer Edith Wharton is known for her novels of manners set in old New York; yet much of her adult life was spe...

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