Xingu is a novel by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton. It tells the story of four wealthy American expatriates living in Paris in the early 1900s. The novel follows the lives of the four friends, their relationships, and their struggles to find meaning and purpose in their lives. The novel begins with the arrival of the four friends in Paris. They are all from different backgrounds and have different goals and ambitions. They quickly become close friends and begin to explore the city together. As they explore, they come to realize that their lives are not as fulfilling as they had hoped. They begin to question their purpose and search for something more meaningful. The novel follows the friends as they explore Paris and its culture, and as they search for something more meaningful in their lives. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, from the wealthy and powerful to the poor and downtrodden. They also explore the city’s art, music, and literature, and come to understand the importance of friendship and love. Ultimately, the novel is a story of self-discovery and the search for meaning in life. It is a story of friendship, love, and the power of the human spirit.
By Edith Wharton · First published 1916 · Genre: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance · 3 chapters