The Coryston Family A Novel

"The Coryston Family" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a novel about the Corystons and how they deal with family and relationships. Readers are introduced to Lady Coryston, who navigates political and social expectations all while managing tension with her rebellious son after the death of her husband. With political discord brewing, Lady Coryston and her daughter, Marcia, must find their place in their family and navigate their social circles. The story focuses on social expectations, inheritance, and the clash of political ideals.