John Galsworthy - The Patrician: "Love has no age, no limit; and no death"

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Galsworthy's life, marked by a wealthy upbringing and a shift from law to literature, was significantly influenced by his relationships, particularly with Ada Nemesis Pearson Cooper. He began publishing under the pen name John Sinjohn before adopting his real name after a personal tragedy. Renowned for his exploration of social class and the complexities of upper-middle-class lives, his works often critique societal norms. His advocacy for various social causes and themes of unhappy marriages, especially from women's perspectives, are prevalent throughout his writing. Galsworthy's legacy includes the Nobel Prize and impactful contributions to literature and social reform.