Short Stories Summaries and Reviews

Roman Fever-Edith Wharton
The story begins with Mrs. Slade and Mrs. Ansley taking their daughters around the United States. The story describes how the women spend their time and their actions. The mothers talk about their life when they were younger and their relationship with their parents. The rest of the story follows the girls and displays mixed emotions between characters. I feel the "big picture" of the story was competition and jealousy among friends.
Vividness-Perceived as bright and distinct.
Prophetic-Of, belonging to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy
Prudent-Wise in handling practical matters, exercising good judgment or common sense
Amid-Surrounded by in the middle of.
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