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A Modern Comedy: Compact Edition
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025395760
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 820
Weight: 2.48
Height: 1.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Modern Comedy is the masterful continuation of the legendary Forsyte family chronicles, exploring the lives and loves of the younger generation in the wake of the Great War. Set against the vibrant yet disillusioned backdrop of the 1920s, this volume follows the indomitable Soames Forsyte as he navigates the changing social tides of post-war London and the ambitions of his beloved daughter, Fleur.
As the successor to the original The Forsyte Saga, this work delves into the transition from Victorian stability to the frantic energy of the Jazz Age. John Galsworthy examines themes of possessiveness, social climbing, and the inevitable clash between tradition and modern morality. Through the lens of the Forsyte family, the narrative provides a sweeping critique of the British upper-middle class, capturing the restless spirit of an era marked by shifting values and political upheaval.
With its rich characterizations and keen social insight, A Modern Comedy remains a cornerstone of 20th-century literature. It offers a profound look at the complexity of family bonds and the persistence of the past in an ever-evolving world. Galsworthy's Nobel Prize-winning prose brings to life a society in flux, making this a vital read for those interested in historical fiction and the evolution of the modern British novel.
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