North and South

Autori

• Elizabeth C. Gaskell

Parametri

Pagine

366pagine

Tempo di lettura

13ore

• Classici
• Letteratura romantica
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Storia

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Set against the backdrop of an industrial town in Northern England, the story explores the stark contrasts between the industrial North and the agrarian South. Margaret Hale, the protagonist, navigates her family's relocation after a religious split, witnessing firsthand the societal tensions arising from the industrial revolution. The narrative delves into class struggles, highlighting conflicts between factory workers and industrialists. As one of the earliest social novels, it addresses the profound changes of the era, making it a significant work in English literature.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021