The Myopes (1907)

Set in a late 19th-century English village, the novel follows Muriel, a young woman from a wealthy family who feels constrained by societal expectations. Her involvement with a group of artists and intellectuals challenges her beliefs and introduces her to new perspectives, creating conflict with her conservative family and community. Themes of individualism, social conformity, and the clash between tradition and modernity are central to the narrative. Pickthall's detailed writing and complex character portrayals contribute to its status as a classic of early 20th-century literature.