The Unclassed

The Unclassed is a novel written by George Gissing which was first published in 1884. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Clara who is struggling to find her place in society. Clara is from a lower-class background and is forced to work as a governess to support herself. She is ambitious and dreams of a better life, but she is constantly reminded of her social status and the limitations it imposes on her.The novel explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the struggles of the working class in Victorian England. Gissing portrays the harsh realities of life for those who are not born into privilege, and he challenges the idea that one’s social status is determined by birth.Through Clara’s story, Gissing also examines the role of women in society and the limitations they faced in terms of education and career opportunities. Clara is a strong and independent character who defies the expectations placed upon her by society, but she is also vulnerable and struggles to find her place in the world.The Unclassed is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the struggles of those who were marginalized in Victorian England. It is a testament to Gissing’s skill as a writer and his ability to capture the complexities of human experience.Julian never forgot the promise he had made to his uncle that Christmas night, eight years ago, when he was a lad of thirteen. Harriet he had always regarded as his sister, and never yet had he failed in brotherly duty to her.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.