The Forsyte Saga
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: John Galsworthy
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heinemann, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
The monumental The Forsyte Saga chronicles the intricate lives of the affluent Forsyte family across several generations, presenting a vivid tableau of late Victorian and Edwardian society. This compelling narrative details their relentless pursuit of wealth and status, often at the expense of personal happiness and genuine affection. Galsworthy masterfully illustrates the inherent conflicts between material possessions and emotional fulfillment, capturing the era's rigid social structures and evolving moral landscape. The saga uncovers the deep-seated possessiveness that defines the family, offering a poignant critique of the upper-middle class. It stands as a powerful examination of property, passion, and the enduring human spirit within a changing world.
Author: John Galsworthy
Binding: Hardback
Published: Heinemann, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
The monumental The Forsyte Saga chronicles the intricate lives of the affluent Forsyte family across several generations, presenting a vivid tableau of late Victorian and Edwardian society. This compelling narrative details their relentless pursuit of wealth and status, often at the expense of personal happiness and genuine affection. Galsworthy masterfully illustrates the inherent conflicts between material possessions and emotional fulfillment, capturing the era's rigid social structures and evolving moral landscape. The saga uncovers the deep-seated possessiveness that defines the family, offering a poignant critique of the upper-middle class. It stands as a powerful examination of property, passion, and the enduring human spirit within a changing world.