Where Angels Fear to Tread
Where Angels Fear to Tread
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1905
Book Brief
319
Novel • Fiction
Italy • Early 1900s
1905
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Where Angels Fear to Tread follows Lilia Herriton, a young widow who seeks to escape the repressive society of Edwardian England by traveling to Italy, where she falls in love with and marries Gino Carella, a local man from a lower-class background. Her sudden death leads to a bitter custody battle between Gino and the Herriton family over her son.
Humorous
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Where Angels Fear to Tread by E. M. Forster intricately explores cultural clashes and personal folly through its richly developed characters and poignant settings. Critics praise Forster's sharp wit and emotional depth but note inconsistent pacing. The novel's exploration of societal norms and human flaws remains impactful, though some find the resolution unsatisfying. Forster, E. M. Where Angels Fear to Tread.
Who Should Read Where Angels Fear to Tread?
Readers who enjoy Where Angels Fear to Tread by E. M. Forster typically appreciate nuanced social commentary, exploration of cultural clashes, and character-driven narratives. Fans of Henry James's The Portrait of a Lady or Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence will find similar themes of societal expectations and personal desires.
17,708 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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319
Novel • Fiction
Italy • Early 1900s
1905
Adult
18+ years
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