Quality and Other Stories

von John Galsworthy

682 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"Quality and Other Stories" is a profound collection of short fiction by the Nobel Prize-winning author John Galsworthy. The title story, "Quality," serves as the centerpiece of the volume, offering a poignant look at the life of a dedicated bootmaker who refuses to compromise his standards in the face of rising industrialism. Through this narrative and the accompanying tales, Galsworthy explores the tension between traditional craftsmanship and the impersonal forces of modern commerce.As a master of social realism, Galsworthy uses these stories to examine the intricacies of early 20th-century British society. The collection delves into themes of class consciousness, personal integrity, and the emotional lives of individuals navigating a world in transition. With his signature elegance and keen observational skill, Galsworthy presents a series of character studies that remain timeless in their empathy and insight. "Quality and Other Stories" stands as a significant work of literary fiction, capturing the subtle complexities of the human condition and the enduring value of artistic and professional excellence.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025434322
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press