Morpho Eugenia

Summary

The book «Morpho Eugenia» by A.S. Byatt tells the story of William Adamson, a naturalist who returns to England after a long stay in South America. He finds himself in the home of a wealthy patron, where he falls in love with the patron's daughter, Eugenia. However, William soon discovers that life in this household is full of secrets and intrigues. Eugenia is not what she initially seemed, and William begins to uncover hidden layers of family relationships and personal ambitions. The story intertwines themes of evolution, nature, and human passions, creating a complex and multi-layered portrait of the Victorian era.