Originally published in 1925, this classic and rare work of nonfiction from the author of The Age of Innocence and the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize in fiction offers an analysis of modern fiction, plus a wealth of guidance on developing form and style, structuring both short stories and novels. Wharton delves into the importance of character and situation in fiction and reflects on the intertwined arts of reading and writing. This 2022 edition includes an introduction by Brandon Taylor, author of the novels The Late Americans and Real Life.
