Where Angels Fear to Tread (1905) by E.M. Forster is a novel that explores themes of cultural conflict, social prejudice, and family dynamics. The story follows Lilia Herriton, a young widow from Edwardian England, who embarks on a passionate affair with Gino Carella, a lower-class Italian man. As Lilia seeks escape from her oppressive life in England, her relationship with Gino leads to unexpected consequences, including her tragic death and a bitter custody battle over her child. The novel critiques the repressive, hypocritical society of Edwardian England and contrasts it with the freer, more passionate Italian lifestyle. Forster’s first novel, it laid the foundation for his later works, establishing him as a significant voice in British literature.
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