Ethan Frome

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Ethan Frome explores the life of a struggling farmer in a bleak New England town, grappling with unfulfilled dreams and harsh realities. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, duty, and the longing for escape, as Ethan finds himself torn between his obligations to his sickly wife and his passionate feelings for her cousin, Mattie. Set against a backdrop of a harsh winter landscape, the story unfolds with a sense of inevitability, leading to a tragic conclusion that highlights the conflicts between personal desires and societal expectations.