Annotated Content This edition has been annotated with the following unique content. Historical Context - Detailed 20th Century Analysis “...they who exchange their independence for the sweet name of Wife must be prepared to find all is not gold that glitters...” Bunner Sisters is a novella written by American author Edith Wharton and published in 1916. Unlike many of Wharton's novels, "Bunner Sisters" is a novella, making it a shorter work compared to some of her more extensive writings. It is set in a working-class neighborhood of New York City during the Gilded Age , offering a departure from Wharton's more familiar depictions of the upper-class society. Sneak Peek " Intolerably monotonous seemed now to the Bunner sisters the treadmill routine of the shop, colourless and long their evenings about the lamp, aimless their habitual interchange of words to the weary accompaniment of the sewing and pinking machines. It was perhaps with the idea of relieving the tension of their mood that Evelina, the following Sunday, suggested inviting Miss Mellins to supper. The Bunner sisters were not in a position to be lavish of the humblest hospitality, but two or three times in the year they shared their evening meal with a friend; and Miss Mellins, still flushed with the importance of her “turn,” seemed the most interesting guest they could invite..” Synopsis Two sisters, Ann Eliza and Evelina, live a modest, simple life, and struggle financially in 19th-century New York . Their humdrum existence and quiet life takes an unexpected turn when an expensive gift of a piano arrives, sparking hope and romance. However, as they navigate the complexities of love and desire, their dreams clash with the harsh realities of their circumstances. The novella delicately portrays the sisters' resilience against societal constraints, emphasizing the enduring bond between them and the bittersweet rhythm of their lives in a bustling urban landscape. A stunning reprint At Ombre Bookshelf Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title at its core is classic literature, it contains words strung together with romantic precision. Superb classic literature that you just do not see in the modern age. Title Details Original 1916 Text - Classic literature - 5 x 8 Inches - Matte Cover - Cream Paper