02417cam a22003373u 4500 47807 UtSlPG 20260610134111.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PR Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 The country house. Finnish Herraskartano: Romaani Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-12-29 Produced by Juha Kiuru "Herraskartano: Romaani" by John Galsworthy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the upper-class English countryside and revolves around themes of social status, individualism, and the complexities of relationships among the landed gentry. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to various characters, notably Mr. Horace Pendyce, a landowner with strong opinions on individualism and agricultural practices, and young George Pendyce, who grapples with his feelings towards Mrs. Jaspar Bellew, a spirited woman with a complicated past. The opening of "Herraskartano" introduces us to the atmosphere at the Worsted Skeynes train station as guests arrive for Mr. Pendyce’s gathering. Mr. Pendyce's meticulous attention to detail and individualistic ideals set the tone for the social dynamics at play among the visitors, including his family and acquaintances. The scene shifts to the Pendyce home where various characters engage in polite conversation, highlighting their backgrounds and societal status. We see George's internal conflict regarding his feelings for Mrs. Bellew, a theme that promises to develop further as the story progresses. The beginning effectively establishes the setting, character dynamics, and central themes of class and society in an engaging and vividly depicted manner. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction Upper class families -- England -- Fiction Kaila, Eino, 1890-1958 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47807 88646 88646