"The Coquette" is a novel-portrait of the American society of the beginning of the 20th century by the famous American writer Booth Tarkington. The book tells the story of a young woman who, with the help of her charm and good looks, skillfully manipulates those around her. The author reveals the complex relationships between the characters, studying the psychology of the heroine and shading the female image in the society of that time. "The Coquette" is an excellent example of a social novel, which leaves the reader to think deeply about various aspects of human relations and morality.