This list is a forum for discussing the works of American author Edith Wharton. Academics and casual readers alike are welcome. Discussion of contemporaries and other relevant authors as well as EW's "life and times" is welcome. We periodically conduct "group reads" of Edith Wharton's novels and short stories. Our last group read, "The Age of Innocence," finished in early May 2000. Discussion has been rather low volume since then but your input is always welcome. If someone would like to revive the group reads, the listowner (EdithWharton-owner@yahoogroups.com) can give you assistance and advice. We invite you to join!