|
The Good Soldier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (1236 words) |
 | Florence’s affair with Edward ultimately leads her to commit suicide when she realizes that Edward is falling in love with his and Leonora’s young ward, Nancy Rufford, the illegitimate daughter of an acquaintance of Edward’s and a married strumpet in Scotland. |
| With that story told, Dowell moves on to tell the story of Edward and Leonora’s relationship, which appears normal and loving to outsiders, but which in reality is a cold and bitter power struggle that Leonora ultimately wins. |
| Edward’s last affair is his most scandalous, yet at the same time his most emotionally genuine, as he develops feelings for their young ward, Nancy. |
Feeds |
Contact