John Galsworthy Boeken

In this second part of John Galworthy's trilogy of love, power, money and family feuding, a new generation has arrived to divide the Forsyte clan with society scandals and conflicting passions

Set in the aftermath of World War I, the play delves into loyalty, honor, and moral responsibility through the lives of friends facing a scandal that tests their relationships. Galsworthy employs incisive dialogue to reveal the underlying tensions within polite society, as characters confront conflicting loyalties and ethical dilemmas. The narrative highlights the enduring bonds of friendship and the sacrifices required for personal integrity, offering a timeless exploration of honor and the complexities of human relationships.

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Jon Forsyte is back. After years living in America with his mother Irene, he is excited to be home and can't wait to show off his roots to his new bride. When Fleur Forsyte, now Fleur Mont, his first love, hears of his arrival, she doesn't know what to feel. She's married too, though, with a little boy so there's no reason why they all can't meet as friends. But feelings so strong are not easily contained. And when their passion is rekindled, no one can halt the devastating events that follow - the secret culmination of an old, old story...

Set in the early twentieth century, this family saga explores the complexities of the Forsyte family, particularly focusing on Soames, whose possessiveness and troubled marriage to the alluring Irene drive the narrative. The story spans multiple generations, showcasing the dynamics of upper middle-class life. This edition consolidates the original 1922 trilogy, offering a complete reading experience of Galsworthy's masterful work, which revitalized the genre and captivated readers with its intricate character studies and social commentary.

John Galsworthy OM (1867-1933) was an English novelist and playwright. He is viewed as one of the first writers of the Edwardian era; challenging in his works some of the ideals of society depicted in the preceeding literature of Victorian England. He won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1932. Notable works include The Forsyte Saga (1906-1921) and its sequels, A Modern Comedy and End of the Chapter. From the Four Winds was Galsworthy's first published work in 1897, a collection of short stories. These, and several subsequent works, were published under the pen name John Sinjohn and it would not be until The Island Pharisees (1904) that he would begin publishing under his own name. His first play, The Silver Box (1906) became a success, and he followed it up with The Man of Property (1906), the first in the Forsyte trilogy. Along with other writers of the time such as Shaw his plays addressed the class system and social issues, two of the best known being Strife (1909) and The Skin Game (1920).

The compulsive second novel in The Forsyte Saga pulsates with passion and furious enmity

Dinny Cherrell, fiercely independent and previously unengaged, finds herself drawn to the enigmatic Wilfred Desert after years apart. Their initial attraction ignites into a profound love, but Wilfred's troubled past and the challenges posed by Dinny's family threaten their relationship. As they navigate the complexities of his wartime experiences and familial disapproval, their bond faces intense trials, forcing them to confront the depths of their feelings and the obstacles in their path.