The Rubicon

By E. F. (Edward Frederic) Benson

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of social expectations and personal desires, a woman stands at a crossroads, where following her heart may mean defying everything she knows.

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Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2012-09-19

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Summary

"The Rubicon" by E. F. (Edward Frederic) Benson explores the complex life of Eva Grampound in the late 1800s. Torn between her own desires and the expectations of her social class, Eva grapples with love, marriage, and independence as she considers Lord Hayes and her future, facing pressure from her controlling mother and the traditions of her aristocratic surroundings, while the reflective Professor of Ignorance sets the stage for themes of judgment. The early parts of the story find Eva returning to her quaint Wiltshire town, contemplating her life, torn between familial duty and a desire for deeper meaning, her evolving outlook paving the way for what could be momentous transformations.