A Room With a View

A Room With a View is a romantic and satirical novel by E. M. Forster, first published in 1908. It tells the story of Lucy Honeychurch, a young Englishwoman who, while visiting Italy, begins to question the repressive values of Edwardian society. Her emotional awakening is contrasted with her stifling engagement back in England. Through humor, social critique, and a vibrant sense of place, Forster examines themes of freedom, self-discovery, and the conflict between convention and authenticity. The novel remains one of Forster’s most beloved works.