• Edith Wharton - His Father’s Son - 1910

  • Nov 21 2024
  • Length: 38 mins
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Edith Wharton - His Father’s Son - 1910

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  • 🎨 Edith Wharton - "His Father’s Son" (1910) 🖼️✨

    A poignant tale of generational conflict, self-discovery, and the price of individuality! 🌌💼 Young Lewis Raycie, born into a wealthy and traditional family, dreams of escaping the suffocating expectations of his domineering father, Mr. Raycie, who demands loyalty to the family’s legacy. 🏛️⚖️When Lewis is sent to Europe to refine his taste and invest in art, he is captivated by the bold, revolutionary works of modernist painters. 🎨🌟 Inspired by their daring vision, he invests his father’s money in these vibrant and unconventional pieces, believing he’s securing both artistic and personal freedom. 🖌️🔥But upon his return, the elder Raycie is furious. To him, the art is worthless trash—an affront to tradition and decency. Lewis is disowned, exiled from his family, and left to grapple with the consequences of his passion. 🕯️❌ Years later, the same paintings are hailed as masterpieces, worth fortunes, but the triumph is bittersweet, as it comes too late to bridge the divide between father and son. ⏳🖼️Edith Wharton masterfully explores the timeless struggle between old and new, conformity and rebellion, and the delicate bonds that hold families together. 💭💔"His Father’s Son" asks: What is the cost of defying tradition to forge your own path? Can art and beauty ever bridge the chasm between generations? 🎩🖤 A deeply moving reflection on ambition, legacy, and the sacrifices made in pursuit of authenticity. 🌟🌒
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