<p>In "The Fourth Generation," Walter Besant delves into the complexities of societal change and familial legacy within the framework of late 19th-century British society. The narrative intricately weaves personal and historical themes, employing a realist style that reflects the tensions of an evolving world shaped by industrialization and class disparities. Besant'Äôs vivid characterizations and detailed settings serve not only to tell a compel...