... about the relationship between himself and Ellen. This is when he sees that Ellen is being pushed out obliterated from their memories. This brings me to one of the most important themes in the novel v/s sacrifice. I think this theme helps to develop the main message of the plot. There are many people and ... she is trying to justify her own reasons for finding fault with it. I find Wharton's treatment of Henry and Louisa van der Luyden very interesting. To me, they are New York society personified, although I think they are also satirised. They are presented as boring and stuffy, Wharton...

• Word Count: 2558
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School