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The Guinea Stamp: A Tale of Modern Glasgow (eBook)

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2022
261 Seiten
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The Guinea Stamp: A Tale of Modern Glasgow - Annie S. Swan
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Annie S. Swan's 'The Guinea Stamp: A Tale of Modern Glasgow' is a poignant and insightful novel that delves into the social issues of early 20th-century Glasgow. The book follows the lives of working-class families, highlighting themes of poverty, social injustice, and the struggle for a better life. Swan's prose is engaging and descriptive, drawing readers into the gritty realities of urban life in Glasgow during this period. Through vivid characterizations and vivid descriptions of the cityscape, Swan paints a vivid picture of the challenges faced by the lower classes in a rapidly industrializing society. The Guinea Stamp is both a compelling narrative and a social commentary on the harsh realities of life in the city at the time. Annie S. Swan, a prolific Scottish author and journalist, drew inspiration for this novel from her own experiences growing up in Glasgow and witnessing the struggles of the working-class families around her. Her firsthand knowledge of the city and its people lends an authenticity to the story, making it a powerful and moving read. 'The Guinea Stamp' is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, social realism, or the history of urban life in Glasgow. Swan's mastery of storytelling and her deep empathy for her characters make this novel a timeless and important work that resonates with readers to this day.

Annie S. Swan (1859–1943) was a prolific Scottish author, whose literary career spanned over sixty years, producing over 200 novels, serials, and short stories. She embarked on her writing journey with the influence of Scottish domestic life, focusing on moral values and the everyday struggles of ordinary people. Swan's narratives often intertwined romance with social and religious themes, which struck a chord with a considerable readership during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One of her notable works is 'The Guinea Stamp: A Tale of Modern Glasgow' (1892), which reflects her capacity to bring to life the rich tapestry of Glaswegian society, emphasizing the contrasts between wealth and poverty, character and circumstance. Swan's writing style was characterized by its clear, descriptive prose and its ability to elicit empathy and contemplation, enabling readers to navigate the complexities of moral choices and human relationships. Her works were not only popular in the UK but also reached audiences in North America, underscoring the universality of her themes. Despite her considerable output, Annie S. Swan remains a somewhat underappreciated figure in literary circles, with scholarly attention still an evolving area of interest.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 16.9.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Anthologien
Schlagworte 19th century fiction • 19th-century Scotland • Annie S. Swan novels • British Literature Classics • character-driven narrative • Class dynamics • English literature • female protagonist • Fiction • Glasgow • Glasgow fiction • historical fiction • Historical novel Scotland • Love and Morality • public domain books • Scotland • Scottish authors • Scottish Literature • Social commentary • Social narrative tales • societal expectations • Victorian Glasgow • Victorian Literature • women writers of the 1800s
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