Table of Contents
Ethan Frome is the bleak and unapproachable protagonist of the novel Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton. He is, as described by the narrator, a “ruin of a man” yet still a “striking figure.” He is tall despite his permanent limp which makes even taking a few steps a chore. He is easily distinguished from those around him by his “careless powerful look” and the “bleak and unapproachable”” quality in his face. Every one in Starkfield knows and respects Ethan for his taciturnity. Ethan’s misfortunes start over twenty years ago