02229cam a22003013u 4500 4461 UtSlPG 20260610133126.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Meredith, George, 1828-1909 The Tragic Comedians: A Study in a Well-known Story — Volume 1 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-09-01 "The Tragic Comedians: A Study in a Well-known Story — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel written in the late 19th century. It explores the complexities of human nature, love, and social dynamics through the experiences of its main character, Clotilde von Rudiger, a spirited young woman of aristocratic background who navigates the tumultuous waters of affection and ambition as she becomes entangled with two distinct males: the charming Prince Marko and the controversial demagogue Alvan. The opening of the novel introduces themes of perception and societal expectations while establishing Clotilde's character as both ambitious and conflicted. She is depicted as a woman who feels the weight of her coquetry and societal pressures, struggling to find her own identity amid the expectations of her aristocratic milieu. As her initial interactions unfold, we witness her fascination with a striking yet seemingly impractical love for Alvan, who represents the 'fantastical' aspect of human nature, contrasting with the more conservative Prince Marko. The narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of passion, societal constraints, and the personal battles that arise when love encounters the harsh realities of social status and tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English fiction -- 19th century Lassalle, Ferdinand, 1825-1864 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4461 46507 46507