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Fenwick's Career

By Mrs. Humphry Ward
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A painter raised in rural Westmoreland leaves his cottage life to seek training and recognition in London, where his susceptibility to beauty draws him toward a charismatic woman whose spiritual influence and aesthetic power complicate his marriage to a devoted northern wife. The narrative contrasts the landscapes and social milieus of the lake country and Versailles as it traces artistic ambition, the moral and emotional consequences of aesthetic obsession, and the long aftermath of choices made, following characters across scenes in the country, the metropolis, and twelve years later.

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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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