Bøger af E. M. Forster

Visiting Florence with her cousin Charlotte as a chaperone, Lucy Honeychurch meets the unconventional, lower-class Mr Emerson and his son, George. Upon her return to England, Lucy becomes engaged to the supercilious Cecil Vyse, but she finds herself increasingly torn between the expectations of the world and the yearnings of her heart.

When Adela Quested and her elderly companion Mrs Moore arrive in the Indian town of Chandrapore, they quickly feel trapped by its insular and prejudiced 'Anglo-Indian' community. Determined to escape the parochial English enclave and explore the 'real India', they seek the guidance of the charming and mercurial Dr Aziz, a cultivated Indian Muslim.

Where Angels Fear to Tread (1905) is a novel by English author E.M. Forster. The work was Forster's first novel, and its success helped launch his lengthy and critically acclaimed career as a writer of literary fiction. Where Angels Fear to Tread--the title is drawn from Alexander Pope's An Essay on Criticism (1711)--is a moving meditation on class, gender, social convention, and the grieving process. Following the death of her husband, a widow named Lilia Herriton travels to Tuscany with her friend Caroline Abbott. In Italy, Lilia falls in love with a young Italian named Gino, with whom she decides to remain. This prompts a fierce backlash among members of her deceased husband's family, who privilege their honor and name over Lilia's happiness. Although they send Philip, her brother-in-law, to Italy in order to retrieve her, Lilia has already married Gino, and is pregnant with their child. When she dies in childbirth, however, a fight ensues over the care of the boy, whom the Herritons want to be raised as an Englishman in their midst. Philip returns to Italy with his sister Harriet, meeting Caroline and devising a plan to wrest control of the boy from Gino, a loving and caring father. Where Angels Fear to Tread is a novel that traces the consequences of selfish decisions, the politics of family life, and the social conventions which hold women prisoner to those who claim to support them. The novel was an immensely successful debut for Forster, who would go on to become one of England's most popular and critically acclaimed novelists of the twentieth century. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of E.M. Forster's Where Angels Fear to Tread is a classic of English literature reimagined for modern readers.

In Howards End Forster voiced many of his apprehensions about the future, and the novel has become more relevant than ever as a statement of humane, civilised values, while its subtle characterisation, its blend of irony and lyricism, its humour and its wealth of unobtrusive symbols, make it one of the great English novels. The story of two sisters - Margaret and Helen Schlegel - and their different paths in life was hailed by the critics as Forster's greatest work when it was first published in 1910.

Howards End is a novel by E. M. Forster, first published in 1910, about social conventions, codes of conduct and relationships in turn-of-the-century England. Howards End is considered by many to be Forster's masterpiece. Howards End is E.M. Forster's symbolic exploration of the social, economic, and philosophical forces at work in England during the early years of the twentieth century. Written in 1910, the novel offers an extraordinarily insightful look at the life of England in the years preceding World War I. Howards End was greeted with glorious reviews, making Forster a literary star. Over the years, Howards End has remained one of Forster's most beloved novels.

Howards End (1910) is a novel by English author E.M. Forster. Inspired by his interactions with the famous Bloomsbury Group of writers and intellectuals, as well as by his personal experience growing up with a large inheritance on the family estate of Rooks Nest, Howards End has been recognized as one of the finest novels ever written in English.The story loosely follows the lives of three families: the Wilcoxes, whose wealth derives from the exploitation of British colonies; the Basts, an impoverished couple; and the Schlegels, half-German sisters who find themselves set between the vastly opposing classes of their peers. Much of the novel is set on the Wilcox estate, known as Howards End, a symbol of fortune and a reminder of the generational implications of hoarded wealth. When Ruth Wilcox moves to London, she befriends her neighbor Margaret Schlegel. On her deathbed, and in secret, Ruth leaves a note instructing that Howards End be left to Margaret in her will, bypassing her family entirely. When her son Henry, a widower, finds out, he destroys the note, ensuring that the estate remains within the family. Years later, when the two meet again, Henry proposes to Margaret, bringing the Wilcox and Schlegel families closer together. But when her sister Helen brings the struggling Leonard and Jacky Bast to a party at Howards End, Henry, who recognizes Jacky as a former mistress, believes he is being set up, and breaks off the engagement. Although they reconcile, Margaret is driven apart from her sisters, who resent the Wilcoxes and distrust Henry. But when Helen becomes pregnant by Leonard, and a tragic event destroys several lives, the families are brought together once more, and both Margaret and Henry are forced to choose between the fortune they stand to gain and the love they stand to lose.E.M. Forster's Howards End is a masterpiece, a brilliant study of family, wealth, romance, and secrecy that captures the depravity of the English aristocracy without losing what sets it apart-an undeterred sense of humanity.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of E.M. Forster's Howards End is a classic of English literature reimagined for modern readers.

The Eternal Moment and Other Stories is the title of a collection of short stories by E. M. Forster, first published in 1928 by Sidgwick & Jackson. It contains stories written between about 1903 and 1914. Together with the stories contained in The Celestial Omnibus (1911), it was collected as Forster's Collected Short Stories in 1947. Many of these stories deal with science fiction or supernatural themes.Includes:"The Machine Stops""The Point of It""Mr. Andrews""Co-ordination""The Story of the Siren""The Eternal Moment"Forster, born at 6 Melcombe Place, Dorset Square, London NW1, which no longer stands, was the only child of the Anglo-Irish Alice Clara "Lily" (née Whichelo) and a Welsh architect, Edward Morgan Llewellyn Forster. He was registered as Henry Morgan Forster, but accidentally baptised Edward Morgan Forster. His father died of tuberculosis on 30 October 1880 before Forster's second birthday. In 1883, he and his mother moved to Rooks Nest, near Stevenage, Hertfordshire until 1893.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.A Room with a View, a Level 4 Reader, is A2+ in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing more complex uses of present perfect simple, passives, phrasal verbs and simple relative clauses. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly.Lucy Honeychurch is on holiday in Florence, when she meets the strange Mr Emerson and his son, George. Feeling frightened by George's feelings for her, she soon leaves for Rome. But when the Emersons becomes her neighbours in England, Lucy must decide how she really wants to live her life.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

The setting of A Passage to India is the British Raj, at a time of racial tension heightened by the burgeoning Indian independence movement. Adela Quested, a young British subject, is visiting India to decide whether to marry a suitor who works there as a city magistrate. During her visit, a local physician, Aziz, is accused of assaulting her. His trial brings tensions between the British rulers and their Indian subjects to a head.The novel is a complex exploration of colonialism, written at a time when the popular portrayal of the Indian continent was of mystery and savagery. Forster humanized the Indian people for his at-home British audience, highlighting the damage that colonialism caused not just to interpersonal relationships, but to society at large. On the other hand, some modern scholars view the failure of the human relationships in the book as suggesting a fundamental ¿otherness¿ between the two cultures: a gulf across which the disparate cultures can only see each other¿s shadows. In any case, the novel generated¿and continues to generate¿an abundant amount of critical analysis.A Passage to India is the last novel Forster published in his lifetime, and it frequently appears in ¿best-of¿ lists of literature: The Modern Library selected it as one of its 100 great works of the 20th century, Time magazine included it in its ¿All Time 100 Novels¿ list, and it won the 1924 James Tait Black Memorial Prize for fiction.

Der findes forløbere for science fiction-litteraturen helt tilbage til de gamle grækere. Men det er i perioden 1870-1920, at genren for alvor vinder udbredelse og udvikles af forfattere der ser at den passer til den nye tidsalder – en periode med voldsom udvikling indenfor videnskab og teknologi, men også indenfor samfundsforholdene.Science Fiction Cirklen vil i en række tematisk orienterede antologier dokumentere denne udvikling. Det første bind handler om utopier og deres modsætning, dystopier.Den utopiske fortælling er især velegnet til at diskutere sociale, økonomiske og politiske forhold. Ved at berette om et sted der er så godt indrettet som tænkes kan, opmuntrer den læseren til at se på sit eget samfund i sammenligning. Men den grundlæggende optimisme kan også slå om og føre til dystopiske fortællinger om samfund der er dårligere. Her bliver effekten en advarsel om, at hvis ringen får lov til at fortsætte, ender det med at gå galt.Dette udvalg af utopiske og dystopiske historier bringer tekster fra Storbritannien, USA, Canada, Rusland, Spanien og Indien. Den viser at det ikke kun var kendte samfundsreformatorer som H. G. Wells og kulturpessimistiske kritikere som E. M. Forster, der arbejdede indenfor formen, men også forfattere fra andre kulturkredse og sprogområder.Indhold:Niels Dalgaard: Da science fiction blev moderneElizabeth T. Corbett: Mit besøg i UtopiaEdward Bellamy: Tankelæsernes øerRokheya Sekhawat Hossein: Sultanas drømValery Bryusov: Republikken SydkorsetStephen Leacock: Manden i asbestH. G. Wells: En historie om kommende tiderE. M. Forster: Maskinen stopperMiguel de Unamuno: MekanopolisFra utopi til dystopi. Efterord ved Niels Dalgaard

Soon after the widowed Lilia Herriton arrives at the dusty Tuscan town of Monteriano with her friend Caroline Abbott, she falls in love with Gino Carella, a handsome¿and younger¿man. When her overbearing in-laws hear of the engagement, they panic, believing a marriage like that would dishonor their family and the memory of Liliäs late husband and their child.Liliäs brother-in-law, Philip Herriton, rushes to Italy to stop the marriage and ¿rescue¿ Lilia from Gino. He soon discovers that he¿s too late, and that they¿ve already married. Their impulsive decision will have major consequences¿not just for the couple itself, but also for Caroline, Philip, and everyone else in their orbit.Forster was just twenty-six in 1905 when Where Angels Fear to Tread, his first novel, was published. In a contemporary review, The Manchester Guardian called it ¿almost startlingly original¿ in its setting and the treatment of its motive, but also wondered if Forster could ¿could be a little more charitable¿ in future works. In 1991 it was made into a movie starring Helen Mirren, Helena Bonham Carter, Judy Davis, and Rubert Graves.

Howards End, published in 1910, is considered by many to be Forster¿s masterpiece. The plot revolves around three families in Edwardian England: the Schlegels, a trio of half-German, middle-class siblings who to poor people seem rich, but to rich people seem poor; the Wilcoxes, a large, wealthy family of businessmen; and the Basts, a lower class young couple struggling to keep up appearances.The Schlegel siblings are sharp, intelligent, and idealistic, and they pursue culture and art with an enthusiasm reminiscent of the Bloomsbury group. They befriend the Wilcoxes while on a trip abroad, and the lonely Wilcox matriarch and Margaret Schlegel, the strong-willed elder sister, strike up a friendship. As their families begin butting heads in London, Helen, the younger Schlegel sister, runs in to Leonard Bast while at the opera. Bast is proud and ambitious, but clearly impoverished and lacking gentility. Helen, a rash and fiery idealist, takes him up as a pet project, oblivious to the deep cultural gulf between Bast and themselves as she tries her best to educate him in matters of art and literature and lift him out of his class.The interplay between the three families becomes a complex reflection on social codes and class difference in England: how class can lock lives in place, and how even the well-to-do are not immune from becoming ossified in their station thanks to the seemingly-unbreakable social conventions of the age. Capitalism, a still-new philosophy of life, is juxtaposed against humanism and the arts as the families try to do what they each think is the right thing. Forster weaves these threads expertly against the backdrop of London city life and the cozy family cottage of Howards End, the ultimate centerpiece in these three families¿ lives.

"Howards End" is a novel by E.M. Forster that explores the social and economic differences between the wealthy and the middle class in England during the early 20th century. The story revolves around three families: the wealthy and conservative Wilcoxes, the intellectual and idealistic Schlegels, and the working-class Basts. The plot follows the intermingling of these families and the conflicts that arise between them, as they navigate their respective positions in society. The novel's themes include the role of class in English society, the tension between traditional and modern values, and the search for a meaningful connection between people from different backgrounds. Throughout the novel, Forster explores the concept of "connection" and the idea that all human beings are linked in some way, despite their differences. Overall, "Howards End" is a nuanced exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of navigating class differences in society.

Introducing the timeless literary classic, ""A Passage To India,"" penned by the renowned author E. M. Forster. Embark on a captivating journey through the mystical landscapes of India, where cultures collide and friendships are tested amidst the backdrop of colonial British India. Set in the early 20th century, the novel follows the enthralling tale of Dr. Aziz, a young Indian physician, and his encounter with two Englishwomen, Mrs. Moore and her young friend Adela Quested. As they venture into the heart of India's enigmatic terrain, they confront the complexities of cultural misunderstandings and the deep-rooted prejudices that divide East and West. E. M. Forster's brilliant prose weaves a tapestry of emotions, exploring the themes of friendship, identity, and the clash of ideologies in a colonial setting. As the characters navigate through societal norms and personal beliefs, ""A Passage To India"" delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the transformative power of experiences. This literary masterpiece has stood the test of time, resonating with readers for generations and leaving an indelible mark on the world of literature. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of India's vibrant landscapes and human connections as you turn each page of this thought-provoking and soul-stirring novel. Whether you're a seasoned reader or a newcomer to classic literature, ""A Passage To India"" promises an unforgettable reading experience that will leave you pondering its profound themes long after you've reached the final chapter. Add this timeless gem to your collection and embark on an intellectual journey like no other. Order your copy of ""A Passage To India"" by E. M. Forster today and unlock the secrets of a world that still resonates with relevance in our modern times.

Introducing the timeless literary classic, ""A Passage To India,"" penned by the renowned author E. M. Forster. Embark on a captivating journey through the mystical landscapes of India, where cultures collide and friendships are tested amidst the backdrop of colonial British India. Set in the early 20th century, the novel follows the enthralling tale of Dr. Aziz, a young Indian physician, and his encounter with two Englishwomen, Mrs. Moore and her young friend Adela Quested. As they venture into the heart of India's enigmatic terrain, they confront the complexities of cultural misunderstandings and the deep-rooted prejudices that divide East and West. E. M. Forster's brilliant prose weaves a tapestry of emotions, exploring the themes of friendship, identity, and the clash of ideologies in a colonial setting. As the characters navigate through societal norms and personal beliefs, ""A Passage To India"" delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the transformative power of experiences. This literary masterpiece has stood the test of time, resonating with readers for generations and leaving an indelible mark on the world of literature. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of India's vibrant landscapes and human connections as you turn each page of this thought-provoking and soul-stirring novel. Whether you're a seasoned reader or a newcomer to classic literature, ""A Passage To India"" promises an unforgettable reading experience that will leave you pondering its profound themes long after you've reached the final chapter. Add this timeless gem to your collection and embark on an intellectual journey like no other. Order your copy of ""A Passage To India"" by E. M. Forster today and unlock the secrets of a world that still resonates with relevance in our modern times.

"Pharos and Pharillon" is a non-fiction book by E.M. Forster, first published in 1923. The book is a collection of essays and travel writings based on Forster's experiences in Alexandria, Egypt. The title refers to two lighthouses that stand at either end of the city's harbor. In the book, Forster reflects on a wide range of topics related to his travels, including the history and culture of Egypt, the relationship between the East and the West, and the role of the British Empire in the region. He also offers observations on art, literature, and society, drawing on his experiences in Alexandria to explore these themes. The book is notable for its nuanced and sensitive portrayal of Arab and Egyptian culture, and for its exploration of the complex and often fraught relationship between Europe and the Middle East.

Where Angels Fear to Tread is a novel by E. M. Forster. The title comes from a line in Alexander Pope's An Essay on Criticism: "For fools rush in where angels fear to tread". The BBC adapted the novel for television in 1966 as a Play of the Month. It was apparently Alexander Pope who coined that phrase, while writing a piece of literary criticism. "Fools rush in where angels fear to tread?" Well, the phrase may apply to cautious writers, but it does not apply to angels in scripture, or to angels in our tradition.

A Passage to India is a 1924 novel by English author E. M. Forster set against the backdrop of the British Raj and the Indian independence movement in the 1920s. A Passage to India, novel by E.M. Forster published in 1924 and considered one of the author's finest works. The novel examines racism and colonialism as well as a theme Forster developed in many earlier works, namely, the need to maintain both ties to the earth and a cerebral life of the imagination. A Passage to India, novel by E.M. Forster published in 1924 and considered one of the author's finest works. The novel examines racism and colonialism as well as a theme Forster developed in many earlier works, namely, the need to maintain both ties to the earth and a cerebral life of the imagination.

Witty, innovative, and as entertaining as it is informative, Aspects of the Novel is essential reading for anyone interested in literature and the craft of writing. Includes a biographical timeline of E. M. Forster's life and work.

A Passage to India is a novel written by E.M. Forster. The book was published in 1924 and considered by many as one of the author's finest works. It examines racism and colonialism as well as a theme Forster developed in many earlier works. The novel portrays the relationship between the British and the Indians in India and the tensions that arise when a visiting Englishwoman, Adela Quested, blames a well-respected Indian man, Dr. Aziz, of having attacked her during an outing. Among Aziz's defenders is Cecil Fielding who is the principal of the local college. Adela, during the trial, hesitates on the witness stand and then withdraws the charges. Aziz and Fielding go their separate ways, but two years later they have a tentative reunion. Again they are separated, symbolizing the racial politics that caused a rift in their friendship.A Passage to India was adapted into a film in 1984 and the movie was nominated for numerous Academy Awards.

English author E. M. Forster's 1908 book A Room with a View is about a young woman living in the conservative society of Edwardian England. The story, which is set in both Italy and England, blends a love story with an amusing investigation of English society at the turn of the 20th century. In 1985, Merchant Ivory created a successful film adaptation. A Room with a View was named number 79 on The Modern Library's list of the top 100 English-language books published in the 20th century (1998). Early 1900s England's upper middle-class women are starting to live more autonomous, risk-taking lives when the book is set. In the first chapter, Miss Lucy Honeychurch travels through Italy with her overly picky spinster cousin Miss Charlotte Bartlett, who also serves as a chaperone. The women of the Pensione Bertolini in Florence are whining about their accommodations when the book opens. Despite being promised apartments with views of the River Arno, they were given ones that looked out onto a dull courtyard. Forster began writing the "Lucy novel," a book with an Italian setting, toward the end of 1902. He neglected it in 1903 and 1904 in order to focus on other tasks.

Widely accepted as a pioneering work of literary criticism, Forster's Aspects of the Novel provides the critical readers with fundamental conceptual tools to approach the study of novels. His lectures, compiled in this book, are invaluable for students and researchers who intend to pursue their critical studies on the genre of fiction, cutting across languages, cultures and literary ages.

First published in 1927, E. M. Forster's "Aspects of the Novel" compiles a series of lectures given to Trinity College at the University of Cambridge in that same year. By utilizing examples from other classic works Forster puts forward a standard theory on the writing of fictional prose. The book takes turns tackling the issues of story and plot, character, fantasy, prophecy, pattern and rhythm in the writing of novels; the elements which Forster asserts as essential to successful writing. Critics of the work, many who are successful novelists in their own right, including W. Somerset Maugham and Virginia Woolf, have heaped varying degrees of praise upon the "Aspects of the Novel". There are many books on the subject of writing, but few that have been penned by authors as successful at the enterprise as E. M. Forster. Any aspiring author would be wise to add this work to their library of works on the subject of writing, for even if it may not hold the ever elusive secret to great writing it provides an invaluable perspective into the process from one of English literature's greatest novelists. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.