A Modern Comedy (in 3 vol) by John Galsworthy

English novelist and playwright, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1932, Galsworthy became known for his portrayal of the British upper middle class and for his social satire. His most famous work was The Forsyte Saga of which this is the second part. 

"A Modern Comedy" is a trilogy by John Galsworthy that continues the saga of the Forsyte family, originally introduced in "The Forsyte Saga." It explores the complex social dynamics and moral transformations of early 20th-century British society, particularly reflecting on the characters' shifting values in the wake of World War I. Central to the narrative is Soames Forsyte, who evolves from a rigid, possessive husband to a more sympathetic figure, grappling with personal losses and familial relationships. The trilogy delves into themes of love, ambition, and societal expectations, illustrated through the lives of characters such as Fleur, Soames's daughter, who navigates romantic entanglements and her ambition to ascend social ranks.