One Look Back (1911)

One Look Back (1911)

George William Erskine Russell

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437134261
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One Look Back is a historical novel written by George William Erskine Russell and published in 1911. The story is set in the mid 19th century and follows the life of a young orphan boy named Jack, who is taken in by a wealthy family in England. As Jack grows up, he becomes increasingly aware of the social and economic inequalities that exist in his society, and he begins to question the values and beliefs of the people around him.The novel explores themes of class, gender, and power, as Jack navigates his way through the complex social hierarchy of Victorian England. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who shares his ideals and his passion for social justice.As Jack and Mary work to make a difference in their community, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including opposition from the powerful elite who seek to maintain the status quo. Despite these challenges, Jack and Mary remain committed to their cause, and they ultimately succeed in bringing about significant social change.One Look Back is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and political landscape of Victorian England. With its vivid characters, richly detailed setting, and compelling storyline, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages and interests.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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