A Pit-brow Lassie (eBook)

Defying Tradition: A Gritty Tale of Working-Class Women in 19th Century Coal Mines

John Monk Foster (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
261 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633805054-0 (EAN)

Infos

John Monk Foster's 'A Pit-brow Lassie' is a poignant novel set in the coal mining communities of 19th century England. The story follows the life of a young girl named Mary, who defies traditional gender roles by working alongside men in the hazardous coal mines. Foster's stark and realistic portrayal of the harsh conditions faced by pit-brow lassies sheds light on the struggles of working-class women during this time period. Written in a naturalistic style, the novel captures the raw emotions and brutal realities of life in the mines, making it a gripping and thought-provoking read for fans of historical fiction. John Monk Foster, a British author known for his socially conscious writing, was inspired to write 'A Pit-brow Lassie' after learning about the forgotten history of women in the coal mining industry. His dedication to shining a light on marginalized voices and depicting the hardships faced by working-class communities is evident in this powerful and compelling novel. I highly recommend 'A Pit-brow Lassie' to readers interested in historical fiction, social justice, and women's history. Foster's masterful storytelling and vivid depiction of life in the coal mines make this novel a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the struggles faced by working-class women in the 19th century.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • British Literature • Classic • female author • female protagonist • Historical • Industrial Revolution • John Monk Foster • Mining Industry • Northern England • Social Realism • Victorian Literature • working-class fiction