Herraskartano: Romaani by John Galsworthy

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Author Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933
Translator Kaila, Eino, 1890-1958
Uniform Title The country house. Finnish
Title Herraskartano: Romaani
Note Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Juha Kiuru
Summary "Herraskartano: Romaani" by John Galsworthy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the upper-class English countryside and revolves around themes of social status, individualism, and the complexities of relationships among the landed gentry. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to various characters, notably Mr. Horace Pendyce, a landowner with strong opinions on individualism and agricultural practices, and young George Pendyce, who grapples with his feelings towards Mrs. Jaspar Bellew, a spirited woman with a complicated past. The opening of "Herraskartano" introduces us to the atmosphere at the Worsted Skeynes train station as guests arrive for Mr. Pendyce’s gathering. Mr. Pendyce's meticulous attention to detail and individualistic ideals set the tone for the social dynamics at play among the visitors, including his family and acquaintances. The scene shifts to the Pendyce home where various characters engage in polite conversation, highlighting their backgrounds and societal status. We see George's internal conflict regarding his feelings for Mrs. Bellew, a theme that promises to develop further as the story progresses. The beginning effectively establishes the setting, character dynamics, and central themes of class and society in an engaging and vividly depicted manner. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Subject Upper class families -- England -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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