In the novel, Ethan Frome, Edith Wharton uses setting as a symbol. A symbol is something, which represents or suggests a relationship or association. Throughout the novel, the setting represents both the character's moods, and the characters themselves. Setting is constantly used to describe Matti...

• Word Count: 275
• Approx Pages: 1
• Grade Level: High School

Critics have claimed that Starkfield is an important character in the novel, while it is not a person character. Starkfield is another side of Ethan. This book does a good job of comparing and contrasting Ethan to Starkfield. Ethan and Starkfield share many similarities. At the same time, Ethan and ...

• Word Count: 550
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School