The Voice of the People BOOK I (Edition2024)
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The Voice of the People BOOK I (Edition2024) by Ellen Glasgow
In the post-Civil War South, the story begins with the fall of the Southern aristocracy and the rise of new social and political forces. The main character, Nicholas Burr, is an ambitious young man from a humble agrarian background who dreams of rising above his station. As he navigates the changing landscape of the Reconstruction era, he is confronted with the harsh realities of social change and industrialization. Glasgow's depiction of small-town life is rich with detail, illustrating the everyday experiences of its inhabitants and their responses to the broader changes sweeping through the South. The novel also addresses the racial tensions of the time, portraying the complex interactions between different communities and the impact of Reconstruction policies on their lives. The interplay of personal and political aspirations underscores the challenges faced by individuals striving for social justice in a deeply divided society. Overall, Book I of The Voice of the People provides a compelling exploration of the Reconstruction era, focusing on themes of social justice, personal ambition, and the enduring struggle for equality in the Southern United States. Ellen Glasgow's nuanced storytelling and keen observation offer a powerful commentary on the social and political transformations of her time.Ellen Glasgow was born in 1873 in Richmond, Virginia. The American Academy of Arts and Letters awarded her the Howells Medal in 1940, the Southern Writers Award and the Saturday Review of Writing award for Outstanding Contribution to American Literature in 1941, and the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1942. Viginia, Barren Ground, Vein of Iron, They Stooped to Folly, In This Our Life, and an autobiography, The Woman Inside, are among her other works.
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| ISBN 13 | 9789364283571 |
| ISBN 10 | 9364283570 |
| Title | The Voice of the People BOOK I (Edition2024) |
| Author | Ellen Glasgow |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Double 9 Books LLP |
| Year published | 2024-05-21 |
| Number of pages | 76 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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