Mary Barton

Mary Barton

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781023047357
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'Mary Barton: A Tale of Manchester Life' by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell is a powerful depiction of life in Manchester during the Industrial Revolution. This classic work of fiction explores the harsh realities of social injustice and class conflict that defined the era. Gaskell paints a vivid picture of poverty and the strained labor relations that existed in a rapidly changing society.Set against the backdrop of industrial Manchester, this historical novel delves into the lives of working-class families struggling to survive. The story offers a compelling glimpse into the human cost of progress and the enduring themes of hope, despair, and the search for justice. 'Mary Barton' remains a relevant and poignant exploration of a pivotal moment in history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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