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Sir George Tressady — Volume II

By Mrs. Humphry Ward
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A young man moves between parliamentary obligations and fraught domestic life, trying to reconcile public responsibilities with private entanglements. His relationship with an extravagant, secretive mother—who conceals illness to maintain appearance—creates recurring personal strain, while his wife and social rivals complicate family loyalties. A sensational confrontation at an East End meeting provokes wide gossip and exposes the tensions between different social worlds. The narrative alternates political scenes and intimate drawing-room moments to examine duty, social performance, hypocrisy, and the personal costs of public life.

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Mrs. Humphry Ward

Mrs. Humphry Ward was an English novelist and biographer, known for her insightful exploration of social issues and the complexities of human relationships. Her literary career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during which she published numerous works that often reflected her progressive views on women's rights and education. Among her notable titles is "Helbeck of Bannisdale," a novel that delves into themes of faith and moral conflict. In addition to her fiction, she is recognized for her autobiographical writings, particularly "A Writer's Recollections," which provide a glimpse into her life and the literary circles of her time.

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