Distinguished American author (1862–1937) best known for her novels exploring the manners and morals of upper-class American society. Her most enduring works include Ethan Frome, The House of Mirth, and The Age of Innocence, which won the 1921 Pulitzer Prize in Literature. ALS on both sides of her monogrammed 6 x 4 Rue de Varenne correspondence card, no date [circa 1917]. Wharton writes to Mrs. Sharp on a fundraising effort. In part: “I enclose a card for our little sale for the “Children of Flanders,’ which takes place next Wednesday from 2 to 6 o’ c. It would be a great pleasure if you and Miss Sharp would come for a few moments, for you will see the work done at our schools by the little girls you have often seen in our rue de la Santé house. Mrs. Tyler and I both hope to see you.” LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
