The Incomplete Amorist Book I by E. Nesbit is a romance novel set in the Edwardian era, focusing on the coming-of-age journey of a young woman navigating love, relationships, and social class. The story unfolds in a vividly portrayed London setting, where the protagonist encounters the complexities of emotional conflict and personal growth. As she explores the bohemian lifestyle of artists and grapples with moral dilemmas, the novel delves into themes of self-discovery and the challenges of balancing societal expectations with personal desires. The protagonist’s interactions with various characters highlight the tensions between love and duty, as well as the evolving roles of women in early 20th-century society. Nesbit’s exploration of feminism and family dynamics adds depth to the narrative, making The Incomplete Amorist Book I a rich and engaging portrayal of a young woman’s journey toward understanding herself and the world around her.
Edith Nesbit (Married name Edith Dull; 15 August 1858 - 4 May 1924) was an English author and artist, who published her books for kids as E. Nesbit. Edith wrote or collaborated for more than 60 books. She was a political activist too and a co-founder of the Fabian Society, a socialist association later affiliated with the Labour Party. Nesbit was born in 1858 at 38 Lower Kennington Path, Kennington, Surrey. She was the girl of an agricultural chemist, John Collis Nesbit (who kicked the bucket in Walk 1862), and Sarah Green. The ill health of Edith's sister Mary forced the family to travel for some years, living differently in Brighton, Buckinghamshire, France, Spain, and Germany. After her sister's death, Edith and her mom settled for three years at Halstead Hall, Halstead, north-west Kent. When she was 17, her family moved back to Lewisham in south-east London. Nesbit married Hubert Bland on 22 April 1880, yet their marriage was turbulent. They both tarried with the Social Democratic Federation but found it too radical. She and her husband co-wrote under the pen name "Fabian Bland". Edith lived from 1899 to 1920 at Well Hall, Eltham, in southeast London.
