John Galsworthy - Another Sheaf: Take another main feature of the national character, the Briton is ironic

Born into a wealthy family, John Galsworthy initially pursued law but found his passion in writing, influenced by friendships with notable figures like Joseph Conrad. His secretive affair with Ada Nemesis Pearson Cooper culminated in marriage after her divorce. Galsworthy's literary career began with short stories, but he gained prominence with his plays and the Forsyte trilogy, exploring themes of social class and moral codes. A champion for various social causes, he received the Nobel Prize in 1932, leaving a legacy of challenging societal ideals from the Edwardian era.