Diana Of The Crossways, V5

Diana Of The Crossways, V5

George Meredith

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Editorial:
Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9789354847868
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A memorable novel of manners that digs beneath manners to the motives that shape a life. A sharp, humane meditation on reputation, marriage, and truth in a swiftly changing England.Diana of the Crossways moves through late 19th‑century Britain with psychological realism and social wit, charting the pressures of gender and class in a society obsessed with appearances. Meredith’s keen eye for character makes every encounter feel perilous and revelatory: the strata of Victorian England, the tug between private desire and public duty, and the delicate balance between integrity and ambition. It is a work that rewards both the casual reader and the scholar of literary culture, offering a vivid portrait of an era where industrial progress collided with old inherited codes.Historically significant and deeply influential, the novel stands alongside contemporary Victorian authors as a touchstone for discussions of marriage, reputation, and social mobility. Its themes resonate in classrooms and libraries alike, inviting ongoing study and conversation about how individuals navigate moral choice within a demanding social machine.Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this edition is restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector’s item and a cultural treasure-a library‑ready edition that honours late 19th century Britain while speaking clearly to modern readers. Perfect for the classic fiction reader, the academic literature study, and anyone curious about the nuanced crossroads of gender, class, and society.

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