The Abinger Edition of Marianne Thornton, based upon E. M. Forster's own annotated copy, presents the text of one of his two full-length biographies. This truly was a 'domestic' biography, documenting the life of Forster's great aunt. Marianne died in 1887, when Forster was aged eight, but his decision to focus upon her rather than one of his more publicly famous ancestors enabled him to emphasise the private implications of public life and give pride of place to the inner life. He was intrigued by the personality that emerged from the wealth of family archives he plundered during his research, and Marianne's longevity enabled him to draw a rounded portrait of public and private life from the Georgian England of unreformed parliaments to the year of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.
E.M. Forster
E.M. Forster was a British novelist and essayist known for his insightful social commentary and exploration of human relationships. His most notable works include "A Passage to India," "Howards End," and "A Room with a View." Forster's writing style is characterized by its clarity, wit, and empathy towards his characters. He is credited with pioneering the psychological novel and challenging traditional British social norms. "A Passage to India" is considered his masterpiece, tackling themes of colonialism, race, and cultural misunderstanding. Forster's works continue to be celebrated for their timeless relevance and profound exploration of human nature.
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