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Howards End: England Literature

E.M. Forster's classic novel delves into the lives of the Schlegels and the Wilcoxes, two families from different social strata in Edwardian England. The story examines the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of navigating social expectations and personal desires. more

Author

E. M. Forster
E. M. Forster

E. M. Forster was an English novelist known for his modernist works. His most famous novel, 'A Passage to India', delves into themes of colonialism and the intricacies of human relationships. Forster's writing is renowned for its wit, irony, and philosophical depth. more

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