Join us online for lively discussions of Edith Wharton’s acclaimed works. This year’s selections are Old New York and Glimpses of the Moon, and Madame de Treymes along with Henry James’ Madame de Mauves. Book Club conversations are virtual, hosted by Zoom — registration is required.
2026 BOOK CLUB SCHEDULE:
Old New York
January 22, 4:00 pm ET
Old New York (1924) is a collection of four novellas, False Dawn, The Old Maid, The Spark, and New Year’s Day, exploring the rigid social codes of 19th-century New York society.
The Glimpses of the Moon
February 19, 4:00 pm ET
The Glimpses of the Moon (1922) is the story of two impoverished but socially-connected New Yorkers, who arrange a marriage of convenience as a way to sponge off their wealthy friends in lavish European settings.
Madame de Treymes & Henry James’ Madame de Mauves
March 26, 4:00 pm ET
Madame de Treymes (1907) is a novella exploring the clash between American and French cultures through the story of an American trying to win back his childhood love, who is married to a French marquis. Madame de Mauves (1874) by Henry James is the story of an American who marries a French count for love and status, only to find herself in a loveless marriage with a profligate husband who married her for her money.
For Berkshire locals: All books are available at The Mount Bookstore. Although closed for the season, we are open by appointment. To schedule a private shopping session, call 413-551-5118.
Books can also be found for free online viewing at Project Gutenberg, Project Gutenberg Australia, or purchased online at our affiliate Bookshop.org site.
The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP-designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact The Mount at 413-551-5100 or by email, info@edithwharton.org, to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event.
