Towards the Goal

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Towards the Goal

by Mrs. Humphry Ward

EN·~4 hours·4 chapters

Chapters

4 total
1

TOWARDS THE GOAL

0:13
2

INTRODUCTION

8:48
3

THEODORE ROOSEVELT. - SAGAMORE HILLS,

4:05
4

TOWARDS THE GOAL

4:44:23

Description

A vivid, contemporary portrait of a nation reshaped by war, this work follows England’s dramatic rally from the brink of collapse to a decisive, collective triumph. The author weaves together scenes of battlefield valor, industrial ingenuity, and the stirring rise of a shared national spirit, showing how ordinary citizens turned personal sacrifice into a powerful force for survival. By detailing the cultural and moral hurdles they overcame, the narrative captures the pulse of a society awakening to a higher purpose.

Drawing clear parallels to America’s own challenges, the writer argues that the same patterns of materialism, complacency, and misguided pacifism once threatened British resolve—and could do the same elsewhere. Through thoughtful analysis and compelling anecdotes, readers are invited to reflect on how civic determination and honest self‑examination can turn crisis into opportunity. The book offers both a historical chronicle and a timeless call to purposeful action, resonating with anyone seeking insight into the human capacity for renewal in turbulent times.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (285K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2003-11-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Mrs. Humphry Ward

Mrs. Humphry Ward

1851–1920

A bestselling Victorian novelist and social reformer, she became famous for fiction that wrestled with faith, doubt, and the moral questions of modern life. Her novels were serious, popular, and deeply engaged with the social issues of her day.

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