John Galsworthy - Loyalties: "The beginnings and endings of all human undertakings are untidy."

Born into a wealthy family, John Galsworthy pursued law before turning to literature, where he became renowned for his exploration of social class and moral codes. His affair with Ada Nemesis Pearson Cooper, lasting a decade, culminated in their marriage in 1905. Galsworthy's notable works include "The Forsyte Saga," which critiques upper-middle-class society. He championed various social causes and served in World War I. Awarded the Nobel Prize in 1932, he passed away in 1933, leaving a legacy as a pivotal Edwardian writer.