The Refugees

The Refugees is a collection of short stories by Edith Wharton, first published in 1915. The book comprises eight tales, all of which explore the experiences of individuals who have been displaced from their homes and forced to seek refuge elsewhere. The stories are set in a variety of locations, including Europe, America, and Asia, and feature characters from a range of social backgrounds. Some of the stories focus on the challenges faced by refugees as they try to adapt to new cultures and societies, while others explore the emotional toll of displacement and the sense of loss that accompanies it. Throughout the collection, Wharton's writing is characterized by her acute attention to detail and her ability to capture the complexities of human relationships. The stories are often poignant and thought-provoking, and they offer a nuanced and compassionate portrayal of the refugee experience. Overall, The Refugees is a powerful and timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a testament to Wharton's skill as a writer and her commitment to exploring the most pressing social issues of her time.He had in truth a dramatic imagination without the power of expression. Instead of writing novels he read them; instead of living adventures he dreamed them. Being naturally modest he had long since discovered his limitations, and decided that all his imagination would ever do for him was to give him a greater freedom of judgment than his neighbors had. Even that was something to be thankful for; but now he began to ask himself if it was enough.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.