Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Collected Works of George Meredith

Name: Quotations from the Project Gutenberg Editions of the Collected Works of George Meredith
Author: George Meredith

By George Meredith

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A curated selection of memorable passages and aphorisms drawn from many of George Meredith's novels, stories, and essays, presented in grouped entries corresponding to individual works and volumes. An editor's note explains the selection process and invites suggestions while offering guidance for locating complete contexts. The extracts emphasize recurring concerns—moral paradox, social observation, psychological insight, and witty epigrams—and serve as a concise reference to the author's distinctive diction and recurring themes.

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George Meredith

George Meredith was an English novelist and poet, known for his innovative narrative techniques and exploration of complex themes such as love, society, and morality. His works often reflect the tensions of Victorian society, blending realism with elements of romance and comedy. Among his notable contributions to literature is "Beauchamp's Career," a multi-volume novel that delves into the life of a young man navigating the challenges of ambition and personal relationships. Meredith also wrote extensively in poetry, with collections like "A Reading of Life, with Other Poems" and "Ballads and Poems of Tragic Life," showcasing his lyrical prowess and philosophical insights.