pThe events in emOld New Yorkem are set in the same New York as Wharton's emThe Age of Innocenceem, making this a prequel. Inem Old New Yorkem Wharton once again explores the manners and morals of 19th century New York upper-class society. Unsurprisingly emOld New Yorkem is reminiscent of emThe Age of Innocenceem. Once again Wharton is at her very best weaving stories full of truth and power.ppSome characters from emThe Age of Innocenceem that you'll meet againare Mrs. Catherine Manson Mingott, Sillerton Jackson, Mrs. Lemuel Struthers, Henry Van der Luyden.ppReturn to a Time of Innocence p