Soames Forsyte is a fictional character from the novel series "The Forsyte Saga," written by John Galsworthy. He is portrayed as a wealthy and successful member of the Forsyte family, known for his materialism and obsession with property. Soames embodies the values of the upper middle class in late 19th and early 20th century England. Throughout the series, Soames struggles with personal relationships, particularly with his wife, Irene, whom he marries for her beauty but fails to understand emotionally. His character represents the conflicts between individual desires and societal expectations, making him a central figure in Galsworthy's exploration of family dynamics and social change.