The Whirlpool
by George Gissing
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British fiction writer George Gissing is now regarded as one of the most important authors of the late Victorian era. This satisfyingly rich novel offers an unconventional take on romance. Protagonist Harvey Rolfe woos and eventually marries the lovely and free-spirited Alma, admiring her independence and unwillingness to bow to social mores. But are these traits part of her allegiance to the evolving role of women—or merely personal shortcomings?.
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Seems to be about the whirlpool of polite society, which isn't very polite. None of the characters are likable, though one does feel a kinship to Harvey Rolfe, an intelligent man trying to do the right thing.
A brilliant classic novel which still speaks to us today and with which we can identify.
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- Original publication date
- 1897
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- 134
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- Reviews
- 2
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- (3.88)
- Languages
- English, French
- Media
- Paper, Ebook
- ISBNs
- 30
- ASINs
- 7
