The Egoist
The Egoist by George Meredith is a tragicomical novel first published in 1879, now presented in this 2015 edition by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. This 530-page work explores the life of Sir Willoughby Patterne, a self-absorbed man navigating his romantic entanglements with Laetitia Dale and Clara Middleton. The narrative delves into the complexities of marriage and societal expectations, particularly highlighting the struggles faced by women in Victorian society.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes related to self-absorption and the societal roles imposed on women during the era. The story follows Clara’s efforts to break free from her engagement to Sir Willoughby, who fails to comprehend her desire for autonomy. Through its characters and their interactions, The Egoist presents a critical view of the dynamics between men and women, illustrating how personal desires often clash with societal norms. This edition is available in English and features dimensions of 9 by 6 inches, weighing 1.7 pounds.
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The Egoist
George Meredith (1828 – 1909)
The Egoist is a tragicomical novel by George Meredith published in 1879. The novel recounts the story of self-absorbed Sir Willoughby Patterne and his attempts at marriage; jilted by his first bride-to-be, he vacillates between the sentimental Laetitia Dale and the strong-willed Clara Middleton. More importantly, the novel follows Clara’s attempts to escape from her engagement to Sir Willoughby, who desires women to serve as a mirror for him and consequently cannot understand why she would not want to marry him. Thus, The Egoist dramatizes the difficulty contingent upon being a woman in Victorian society, when women’s bodies and minds are trafficked between fathers and husbands to cement male bonds.
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