Marriage (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430442059)

Marriage by H.G. Wells is a novel that explores the complexities of marriage and relationships in the early 20th century. The story follows the lives of Marjorie Pope and George Ponderevo, two young people who fall in love and get married. However, their relationship is soon tested by a series of challenges, including financial difficulties, infidelity, and the pressures of social expectations.As the novel progresses, Wells delves into the psychological and emotional aspects of marriage, examining the ways in which individuals navigate the complexities of love, sex, and commitment. He also explores the role of gender in relationships, highlighting the ways in which societal expectations and norms can impact the dynamics between men and women.Throughout the book, Wells employs his signature wit and satire to comment on the mores of his time, poking fun at the hypocrisy and double standards that often underlie social conventions. Ultimately, Marriage is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the joys and challenges of love and marriage, and a testament to Wells' skill as a writer and social commentator.1913. Contents: Marjorie Marries: day with the Popes; two proposals of Mr. Magnet; man who fell out of the sky; crisis; telephone call; Marjorie Married: settling down; child of the ages; new phase; Marjorie at Lonely Hut: successes; Trafford decides to go; pilgrimage to Lonely Hut; Lonely Hut; trail to the sea.#This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: H. G. Wells
ISBN-10: 1430442050
ISBN-13: 9781430442059
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/17/2006
Pages: 536
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.63lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.08d