John Galsworthy

The Freelands (eBook, ePUB)

Navigating Class and Creativity in a Changing Society

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Freelands," John Galsworthy masterfully explores the intricate dynamics of family and societal expectations through the lens of the upper-middle class in early 20th century England. The narrative unfolds in a richly descriptive style, brimming with detailed observations of character psychology and social nuances. Galsworthy'Äôs commitment to realism and his nuanced portrayal of character conflicts illuminate the discontent simmering beneath the surface of a seemingly genteel life, as it grapples with the encroaching challenges of modernity and the struggle for personal autonomy. John Galsworthy, a prominent figure in early 20th-century literature and a Nobel laureate, drew from his own experiences in a wealthy family to craft this poignant critique of social norms. Growing up in an atmosphere where personal freedom often clashed with societal obligations, Galsworthy's literary voice resonates with authenticity. His keen awareness of the class struggles of his time, paired with a fascination for human complexity, significantly influenced the depth and realism woven into this narrative. I highly recommend "The Freelands" to readers who appreciate a thoughtful examination of social class and personal aspiration. Galsworthy'Äôs incisive prose invites readers to reflect on the timeless tensions between duty and desire, making this work a relevant and enlightening exploration of the human condition.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 306
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066193355
• Artikelnr.: 58596613

Autorenporträt

John Galsworthy was an English dramatist and novelist who lived from 14 August 1867 to 31 January 1933. His novels, The Forsyte Saga, and two more trilogies, A Modern Comedy and End of the Chapter, are his best-known works. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932. Galsworthy, who came from a wealthy upper-middle-class family, was expected to become a lawyer, but he found the profession unappealing, so he resorted to literature. Before his first book, The Man of Property, about the Forsyte family, was released in 1897, he was thirty years old. It wasn't until that book the first of its kind that he saw true popularity. His debut play, The Silver Box, had its London premiere the same year. As a writer, he gained notoriety for his socially conscious plays that addressed issues such as the politics and morality of war, the persecution of women, the use of solitary confinement in prisons, the battle of workers against exploitation, and jingoism. The patriarch, Old Jolyon, is based on Galsworthy's father, and the Forsyte family in the collection of books and short tales known as The Forsyte Chronicles is comparable to Galsworthy's family in many aspects.