This edition of Forster's classic first novel is designed for classroom use. Questions for discussion appear at the end of each chapter to enhance reading comprehension, critical thinking, and encourage a close reading of the text. The book is perfect for the classroom, but any reader will gain greater insight into the novel from this classroom edition. ......... is the first of Forster's Italian novels. It is a forerunner to but with a much darker worldview. There is little whimsical about it. The homoerotic element incorporated in the friendship between Phillip and Gino, the two male leads, is notable and places the novel as a harbinger for Many readers find the book one of Forster's most compelling narratives, and more than a few consider it their favorite. In particular, fans of 's Scudder will appreciate Forster's portrait of Gino. .......... " is ... a whirlwind that spins around the character of Philip Herriton, who is torn between what he believes is right, and what he has been taught to believe is right. His attraction to the swarthy Gino adds an unspoken layer of tension to that conflict. It's a surprising book because it defies convention, and oscillates between comedy and tragedy." -- Christopher Bryant, .......... Watersgreen House is an independent international book publisher with editorial staff in the UK and USA. One of our aims at Watersgreen House is to showcase same-sex affection in works by important gay and bisexual authors in ways which were not possible at the time the books were originally published. We also publish nonfiction, including textbooks, as well as contemporary fiction that is literary, unusual, and provocative. watersgreen.wixsite.com/watersgreenhouse