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A Room with a View Hardcover – 2 Jun 2016

by Edward Morgan Forster (Author)

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ISBN-13: 978-1940849430 ISBN-10: 1940849438

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The main themes of this novel include the empowerment of a young Edwardian girl, sensual awakening, the role of institutional religion, growing up and true love. It is written in the third person omniscient, though particular passages are often seen "through the eyes" of a specific character. A Room with a View is Forster's most romantic and optimistic book. He utilizes many of his trademark techniques, including contrasts between "dynamic" and "static" characters. "Dynamic" characters are those whose ideas and inner-self develop or change in the plot, whereas "static" characters remain constant. Published in 1908, the novel touches upon many issues surrounding society and politics in early 20th century Edwardian culture. Forster differentiates between conservative and radical thinking, illustrated in part by his contrasts between Medieval (Mr. Beebe, Miss Bartlett, Cecil Vyse) and Renaissance characters (Lucy, the Emersons). Lucy personifies the young and impressionable generation emerging during that era, during which women's suffrage would gain strong ground. Forster, manifesting his own hopes for society, ends the book with Lucy having chosen her own path-a free life with the man she loves. The novel could even be called a Bildungsroman, as it follows the development of the protagonist. Forster was President of the Cambridge Humanists from 1959 until his death and a member of the Advisory Council of the British Humanist Association from 1963 until his death. His views as a humanist are at the heart of his work, which often depicts the pursuit of personal connections in spite of the restrictions of contemporary society. Forster's two best-known works, A Passage to India and Howards End, explore the irreconcilability of class differences. A Room with a View also shows how questions of propriety and class can make human connection difficult. The novel is his most widely read and accessible work, remaining popular long after its original publication. His posthumous novel Maurice explores the possibility of class reconciliation as one facet of a homosexual relationship. Sexuality is another key theme in Forster's works. Some critics have argued that a general shift from heterosexual to homosexual love can be observed through the course of his writing career.

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Hardcover: 250 pages
Publisher: Ancient Wisdom Publications (2 June 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1940849438
ISBN-13: 978-1940849430
Product Dimensions: 15.2 x 1.6 x 22.9 cm
Boxed-product Weight: 717 g
Average Customer Review: 5 customer reviews

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Anthea

A beautiful and thought-provoking reading experience!

26 September 2018

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Overall, this classic novel was an entertaining and lovely reading experience. The writing was rich in metaphors and symbolisms and I appreciate the author’s ability to see the realness in people and his respect for not only women, but the individual. He was obviously a man who believed in equality for both women and men. He gives characters wings to be themselves and a “view” of who they can evolve into; an awareness that if they allow themselves to truly feel, they can finally be free and live a life that’s true and pure in spirit.

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Brian R. Gilchrist

A beautiful book with a great plot and outstanding writing. Very English. Very human.

4 September 2018

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Had read it years ago in hardback but wanted a Kindle version for ease of reading. Very refreshing to read it again. Can recommend it to anyone who likes reserved, soulful writing.

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24 March 2017

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Gaye Cariss

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2 June 2017

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Suitable discussion then watched the movie. Fantastic

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Brilliant classic about love, betrayal, human nature & the human condition

14 September 2015

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A classic and unique English novel written with mastery.
It is about love, betrayal, human nature, the overall human condition, the continuing yet fading Victorian values in the Edwardian era, feminism, self-discovery and small touches of humour peppered throughout. But don't think that this is a comedy, because it is not.
The story is set in both Italy and England, which makes for a great cultural contrast; they were and are really quite different.
Forster takes on a softly-softly approach regarding subjects that are really of a serious nature. The romance/love aspect of the tale, I believe, might also be mirroring Forster's own battle with sexuality.
As a reader, bear in mind that it was written over a decade ago and so the pace reflects this. It has a slow meandering quality that I enjoy.
The title A Room with a View is a wonderful metaphor about life in general. The room is the confines that civilization has created. Wanting a View can be seen as a desire for a more exciting life... Freedom. The thrill of what is on the other side.
I thought that it was wonderful how the heroines emotional states were expressed, via musical pieces. Beethoven showed her passion and zeal, while Schumann's sad melody revealed her feelings about matrimony.... A great touch.
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