The novel revolves around the lives of two families, the Foresters and the Scales, who are connected through marriage. The story explores themes of love, family dynamics, social class, and morality in late 19th-century England. The narrative centers on the complex relationships between the characters, particularly the struggles of the younger generation to navigate their own desires and values within the constraints of their families' expectations. Throughout the novel, Galsworthy critiques the social conventions and hypocrisies of his time, highlighting the tension between personal freedom and societal obligations.
By John Galsworthy · First published 1919 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Drama