Scarlet and Hyssop: A Novel
Scarlet and Hyssop is a novel by E. F. Benson, written in the early 20th century, that explores the complexities of relationships and social dynamics among the British upper class. The story centers on Lady Alston and her husband, Jack, as they navigate societal expectations and personal dissatisfaction. Through lively discussions and interactions, the characters reveal their insecurities and the ennui of their lives, critiquing the lack of originality in their social milieu. This work offers insight into the intricacies of man-woman relationships and the social customs of London during this era.
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“It is absurd and ridiculous to want to remain as one was. Indeed, not to change shows that one has a nature incapable of development. It implies a sort of moral torpor, an atrophy of one's nature not to get older as one gets older. And one of the biggest, and perhaps best effects of age is to give one tolerance, to make one realize that it takes all sorts to make a world." He””
— E. F. Benson
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