The Angel of Pain

By E. F. (Edward Frederic) Benson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst blooming gardens and social gatherings, a successful man reveals his hidden sensitivities, setting the stage for love and philosophical clashes within his inner circle.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2013-11-17

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Summary

"The Angel of Pain" by E. F. Benson is a novel that explores love and relationships within social expectations. The book begins in a summery garden spotlighting Philip Home, a man of success who shows his softer side to those close to him. We see him in his garden, thinking about how good his life is and his love for Madge Ellington as he meets with his mother, Mrs. Home, and guests such as the Hermit and Evelyn Dundas. The environment around them displays different ways of life as the scene is set for the character's tension.