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The Whirlpool

By George Gissing

The Whirlpool

By George Gissing

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The whirlpool explores the moral and emotional struggles of individuals caught in the turbulence of modern social life. The narrative centers on a man of intellect and means who reflects on his independence, ambition, and the consequences of worldly desires. Through scenes of London society and private contemplation, the novel examines how material pursuit and personal pride create isolation, undermining sincerity and human connection. The story contrasts intellectual detachment with emotional need, revealing the difficulty of reconciling moral ideals with social expectations. Relationships are portrayed as fragile and often corrupted by vanity, envy, and the lure of financial security. Beneath the surface of polite conversation lies a quiet despair born of moral fatigue and disillusionment. The author's exploration of personal freedom, self-deception, and the hollowness of ambition gives the work a penetrating psychological depth. The novel ultimately portrays the individual's search for meaning amid the whirlpool of modern existence, where love, integrity, and happiness are constantly tested by the forces of social conformity and moral compromise.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
392
Release Date:
2025-11-01
Publication Date:
2025-11-01
Publisher:
Double 9 Books
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9374832224
ISBN13:
9789374832226
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
551 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
23 cm
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