Evan Harrington — Volume 5

Name: Evan Harrington — Volume 5
Author: George Meredith

By George Meredith

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A social satire traces a young man's escape from his apprenticeship into fashionable society, where he impersonates a gentleman at a country house and becomes engaged to a wealthy heiress, prompting alarm from his trade‑minded guardians. The narrative follows the reactions and schemes of his domineering mother, energetic relatives, and social rivals as gossip, mistaken identities, and opportunism intertwine. Episodic scenes—family disputation, innroom encounters, and comical confrontations—expose class pretensions, matchmaking intrigues, and the tensions between ambition, reputation, and economic interest in a community of competing wills.

About the Author

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.