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Diana of the Crossways — Volume 4

By George Meredith
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A social novel traces a woman's entanglement in love, rumor, and political consequence as private correspondence, gossip, and newspapers conspire to threaten reputation. Interwoven salon talk, letters, and public journalism reveal friendships, romantic tensions, and social maneuvering among the landed elite and rising professionals. Political crisis and domestic scandal advance in tandem, with press articles and legal peril intersecting personal loyalties and ambitions. Through ironic characterization and close social observation, the work examines moral ambiguity and the precarious position of a woman whose private emotions risk sudden public fallout.

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George Meredith

George Meredith was an English novelist and poet, known for his innovative narrative techniques and exploration of complex themes such as love, society, and morality. His works often reflect the tensions of Victorian society, blending realism with elements of romance and comedy. Among his notable contributions to literature is "Beauchamp's Career," a multi-volume novel that delves into the life of a young man navigating the challenges of ambition and personal relationships. Meredith also wrote extensively in poetry, with collections like "A Reading of Life, with Other Poems" and "Ballads and Poems of Tragic Life," showcasing his lyrical prowess and philosophical insights.

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