| Author |
Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
| Editor |
Widger, David, 1932-2021? |
| Title |
Quotes and Images From the Works of John Galsworthy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Quotes and Images From the Works of John Galsworthy" by John Galsworthy is a collection of quotes and excerpts drawn from the author's literary works, primarily written during the early 20th century. John Galsworthy, a prominent English novelist and playwright known for his keen observation of society, provides readers with insights into themes such as love, property, societal norms, and the human condition in this compilation. The book likely encapsulates Galsworthy's reflections on the complexities of life and interpersonal relationships. The content of this compilation showcases a diverse range of quotes that reflect Galsworthy's exploration of human emotions and social commentary through his characters. For instance, it touches on the failure of relationships, the burden of social expectations, and the irony of human nature. Galsworthy's words evoke feelings of empathy for characters entangled in societal constraints and personal struggles, such as the often unfulfilled yearning for love and understanding amidst the rigid structures of class and property ownership, particularly as seen in his more extensive works like "The Forsyte Saga." Overall, this collection serves as a poignant reminder of the timeless themes that permeate human experience and Galsworthy's distinctive voice in literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Quotations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7544 |
| Release Date |
Apr 29, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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