What inspired Edith Wharton to craft such a witty critique of social pretensions in Xingu?
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What inspired Edith Wharton to craft such a witty critique of social pretensions in Xingu?
Did anyone else feel the character's obsession with social status was a bit over the top, or is that just how society really was?
How do you think Wharton’s own experiences shaped the satire and humor in Xingu?
