Money In The House Of Mirth

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The theme of money and how life revolves around it is presented in The House of Mirth. The main character Lily Bart has a life that completely revolves around the idea of money. This idea controls Lily Bart's love life, personal freedom, and financial status. Growing up her mother engraves into her brain that the only way of living was extravagantly. Mr. Bart was not able to keep up with her demand and the worry of financial crisis causes his death. Even then Mrs. Bart and Lily's life continue to be centered around getting Lily a wealthy husband. After Mrs. Bart's death Lily is faced with her burden alone. She trades her social services for food and lodging among the socialites. It was her job or role to keep husbands entertained. Lily then

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