'Marriage' (1912) by H G Wells

This is state-of-the-art text-to-speech : F5-TTS : (I did zero post production of the audio). It is getting close, isn't it? The voice is from just a 5 second clip. It seems a bit sketchy with the punctuation interpretation, and length of pauses, so the scanning is a bit annoying. And some of the pronunciations are wrong, but 10 years ago I would have considered this A.I. generated book a god-damn miracle.

'Marriage' is a novel that explores the complexities of love, individualism, and social change within the institution of marriage. The story follows Marjorie Pope, an intelligent and spirited young woman, and her relationship with Trafford, a scientific-minded engineer and visionary who is deeply invested in his work. The couple marries in a whirlwind romance but soon encounters the challenges of balancing personal ambition with shared life.

Wells uses their evolving relationship as a vehicle to discuss broader social issues, including the roles of women, the conflicts between personal growth and domestic obligations, and the impact of science and progress on human connections. Through Marjorie and Trafford's struggles, the novel critiques the traditional expectations placed on marriage, suggesting that a partnership can only thrive when both individuals retain their independence and fulfill their personal potential.

Marriage reflects Wells' own ideas about love and social reform, showcasing his belief that the institution of marriage should evolve to accommodate modern values, individual freedoms, and mutual respect. The novel is both a character study and a commentary on the broader cultural shifts of the early 20th century.