Abstract:Anglo-French Marriage is often employed as an international theme in Edith Wharton’s novels, particularly in The Custom of the Country. This essay aims to examine the parties concerned in such a marriage in the background of family, as well as the social factors which has an influence on the union and the divorce. A sketch line is provided at the end to summarise the path of Anglo-French marriage in Wharton’s stories.
Key Words:Anglo-French marriage, The custom of the country, American and French views of marriage.