Ned Allen

Ned Allen

David Hannay

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120652508
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''Ned Allen: Or The Past Age'' is a historical novel written by David Hannay and first published in 1849. The book follows the life of the titular character, Ned Allen, a young man who comes from a humble background but rises to become a successful businessman and politician in 18th century England. Along the way, Ned must navigate the complex social and political landscape of his time, facing challenges such as corruption, classism, and personal tragedy. Through Ned’s story, Hannay explores key themes of the era, including the Industrial Revolution, the rise of capitalism, and the struggle for social justice. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in England during this period, and offers a compelling look at the forces that shaped the country’s history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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