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2006-06-14
Public domain in the USA.
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Galsworthy, John
1867
1933
Sinjohn, John
The Forsyte Saga, Volume I.
The Man Of Property
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Forsyte_Saga
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"The Forsyte Saga, Volume I" by John Galsworthy is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story focuses on the Forsyte family, exploring themes of social class, property ownership, and the complex nature of familial relationships. The opening chapters introduce significant characters such as old Jolyon Forsyte, his granddaughter June, and her fiancé Philip Bosinney, setting up a narrative rooted in the upper middle-class social dynamics of the Victorian era. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a family gathering at old Jolyon’s home to celebrate June's engagement to Bosinney. The atmosphere is both festive and tense, marked by the familiar family rivalries and hidden resentments. Various members of the Forsyte clan exhibit distinct personalities; for example, Soames, June's father, displays an obsession with property and status, while young Jolyon, an estranged figure, reflects on the familial ties and past mistakes. The narrative presents a rich tapestry of character interactions and societal observations, setting the stage for the unfolding drama tied to themes of love, beauty, and the possession of material wealth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Domestic fiction
Women -- England -- Fiction
Middle class -- England -- Fiction
England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Forsyte family (Fictitious characters) -- Fiction
Families -- England -- Fiction
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