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John Galsworthy - In Chancery (Forsyte Saga)

John Galsworthy - In Chancery (Forsyte Saga)

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Summary

 'The Forsyte Saga' is the story of a wealthy London family stretching from the eighteen-eighties until the nineteen-twenties. In Chancery is the second book in the saga. Five years have passed since Irene left Soames and the death of Bosinney. Old Jolyon meets Irene and is enchanted by her. At his death he leaves her a legacy sufficient for her to live an independent life in Paris.

Soames who is desperate for a son, attempts to effect a rapprochement but is rejected by her. Meanwhile Young Jolyon, now a widower,who is Irene’s trustee falls in love with her

Soames suspects Young Jolyon and Irene of adultery and sues for divorce. His action is successful. Young Jolyon and Irene marry. She bears him a son, John. Soames remarries. His wife Annette bears him a daughter, Fleur. (Summary by Andy Minter)Copyright Audiobooks by Librivox
Episodes
  • 3:11 Suspended Animation

    3:11 Suspended Animation
    May 6 2026
    16 mins
  • 3:4 Over The River

    3:4 Over The River
    May 6 2026
    4 mins
  • 3:10 Passing Of An Era

    3:10 Passing Of An Era
    May 6 2026
    24 mins
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