"Howards End" by E.M. Forster is a novel set in Edwardian England and explores the social and economic issues of the time. The story revolves around three families: the wealthy and conservative Wilcoxes, the intellectual and liberal Schlegels, and the working-class Basts. The novel examines the clash between these different social classes and their values, as well as the changing role of women in society. The main themes include the search for connection and understanding between people of different backgrounds, the tension between tradition and modernity, and the impact of industrialization on society. The novel is considered a masterpiece of English literature and has been adapted into various films and television series.