The Ordeal of Richard Feverel
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Sprache:Englisch
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Verlag:Legare Street Press
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Produktdetails
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
14.02.2026
Verlag
Legare Street PressSeitenzahl
614
Maße (L/B/H)
23,4/15,6/3,3 cm
Gewicht
1031 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-02-588230-7
"The Ordeal of Richard Feverel" is a profound and complex psychological novel that explores the conflict between rigid intellectual systems and the reality of human emotion. George Meredith's masterpiece follows the life of young Richard Feverel, whose father, Sir Austin, attempts to raise him according to a strictly controlled educational "System" designed to protect him from the pitfalls of passion and heartbreak. As Richard matures, the artificial boundaries set by his father clash with his burgeoning independence and his secret marriage to Lucy Desborough, a woman deemed unsuitable by the System.
This classic Victorian work is celebrated for its intricate character development and its sharp critique of the arrogance of theoretical pedagogy. Meredith weaves a tragic tale of the unintended consequences of paternal control, blending social comedy with deep emotional pathos. Through its exploration of morality, loyalty, and the inevitable failure of attempting to suppress nature, "The Ordeal of Richard Feverel" remains a significant and moving entry in the canon of English literature. It offers a rich meditation on the bonds between parents and children and the enduring power of first love.
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