Sir George Tressady, Volume 1 is a novel written by Mrs. Humphry Ward. It tells the story of Sir George Tressady, a young and ambitious politician who is determined to make a name for himself in the world of politics. The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores the themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for power. The story begins with Sir George's election to Parliament, where he quickly becomes known for his passionate speeches and his dedication to his constituents. However, his political career is ...
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Sir George Tressady, Volume 1 is a novel written by Mrs. Humphry Ward. It tells the story of Sir George Tressady, a young and ambitious politician who is determined to make a name for himself in the world of politics. The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores the themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for power. The story begins with Sir George's election to Parliament, where he quickly becomes known for his passionate speeches and his dedication to his constituents. However, his political career is threatened when he falls in love with a woman who is not from his social class. As Sir George tries to navigate the complexities of his personal and professional life, he must also confront the corrupt forces that are working against him in Parliament. Throughout the novel, Mrs. Humphry Ward paints a vivid picture of Victorian society, with its rigid class structures and its emphasis on propriety and decorum. She also explores the role of women in this society, and the challenges they faced in pursuing their own ambitions and desires. Overall, Sir George Tressady, Volume 1 is a gripping tale of love, politics, and power, set against the backdrop of a changing and tumultuous era in British history.He found himself on the threshold of a charming room looking west, and lit by some last beams of February sun. The pale-green walls were covered with a medley of prints and sketches. A large writing-table, untidily heaped with papers, stood conspicuous on the blue self-coloured carpet, which over a great part of the floor was pleasantly void and bare. Flat earthenware pans, planted with hyacinths and narcissus, stood here and there, and filled the air with spring scents.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.
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