The Spark is a novel by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton. It tells the story of a young woman, Elinor, who is struggling to find her place in the world. She is a talented musician, but her family is too poor to support her ambitions. She is also in love with a man who is not suitable for her. Elinor is determined to make something of her life, and she embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, she meets a variety of people who help her to understand herself and her place in the world. She also learns to accept her own limitations and to find joy in the small moments of life. In the end, Elinor finds the courage to pursue her dreams and to make her own way in the world.
By Edith Wharton · First published 1924 · Genre: Realistic Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction · 5 chapters