The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton Mug. Coffee Mug with House of Mirth book Title and Book Pages, Bookish Gift, Literature Mug, Book Lover Mug. The House of Mirth is a 1905 novel by American author Edith Wharton. It tells the story of Lily Bart, a well-born but impoverished woman belonging to New York City's high society around the end of the 19th century. This "The House of Mirth" book-themed coffee mug would make a great gift for any book and coffee lover! Product Details: -11oz white ceramic mug -Dishwasher & Microwave safe