The Amazing Marriage - George Meredith - Bog

The Amazing Marriage is a novel written by George Meredith and first published in 1895. The story follows the lives of two sisters, Diana and Lucy Foster, who are both in love with the same man, Felix Lorraine. However, Felix is only interested in Diana and they eventually get married. The novel explores the complexities of marriage and relationships, as well as the societal expectations placed on women during the Victorian era. Diana struggles to conform to the expectations of a dutiful wife, while Felix is more interested in pursuing his own interests and pleasures. As the story unfolds, the characters face numerous challenges, including financial difficulties, infidelity, and societal scandal. The novel also touches on themes such as gender roles, class differences, and the importance of individual freedom.Overall, The Amazing Marriage is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of Victorian England. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships.THE twenty-first of June was the day appointed by Captain Kirby to carry off Countess Fanny, and the time midnight: and ten minutes to the stroke of twelve, Countess Fanny, as if she scorned to conceal that she was in a conspiracy with her grey- haired lover, notwithstanding that she was watched and guarded, left the Marchioness of Arpington's ball-room and was escorted downstairs by her brother Lord Levellier, sworn to baffle Kirby.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.