The Ordeal of Richard Feverel — Volume 6

Name: The Ordeal of Richard Feverel — Volume 6
Author: George Meredith

By George Meredith

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A proud, theoretical father, Sir Austin, raises his son Richard by a strict educational system intended to prevent vice, but human passion undermines the experiment. Richard's marriage to a naive young wife, Lucy, and the attentions of a seductive aristocrat provoke jealousy, betrayal, and moral confusion. Letters, social intrigue, and rash retaliation escalate private tensions into public scandal. Through intimate scenes and shifting alliances the narrative examines the collision between idealized control and unruly emotion. The story concludes with painful reckonings that reveal the limits of systems that seek to govern character rather than engage with it.

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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.