The Good Soldier

The Good Soldier: A Tale Of Passion is a novel written by Ford Madox Hueffer, published in 1915. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around two couples - Edward and Leonora Ashburnham, and John and Florence Dowell. The narrator, John Dowell, tells the story of his marriage to Florence and their relationship with the Ashburnhams, who they meet while vacationing in Germany.As the story unfolds, the reader learns that Edward Ashburnham is a charming and charismatic man who has a reputation for being a ladies' man. However, it becomes clear that he is also deeply troubled and has a history of infidelity. Leonora, his wife, is a strong and controlling woman who is determined to keep up appearances and maintain their social status.As the two couples become closer, John and Florence begin to uncover the secrets and lies that the Ashburnhams have been hiding. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the destructive power of passion.The Good Soldier is known for its complex narrative structure and unreliable narrator. John Dowell's storytelling is often fragmented and non-linear, making it difficult for the reader to piece together the events of the story. The novel is also notable for its use of symbolism and its exploration of the psychological depths of its characters.Overall, The Good Soldier: A Tale Of Passion is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that continues to be studied and admired by readers and critics alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.