1. The House of Mirth
... men. Finally, overcome by all the rumors, Lily slips into a brief depression. After visiting Seldon, one last time, to destroy some papers of his that she had that could potentially spark rumors, she sat in the park contemplating on her life. Lily was then greeted by a woman who had known her because Lily financed a trip for her to a clinic when she ... shaped Lily's life, against her will. Had it not been for rumors and their triumph over her, she may not have died the way she did. Yet, on a more positive note, Lily's strength amidst the hindering expectations of her society is also an...
- Word Count: 1570
- Approx Pages: 6
- Grade Level: High School