Crying for the Light; Or, Fifty Years Ago. Vol. 1 [of 3] by J. Ewing Ritchie
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"Crying for the Light; Or, Fifty Years Ago. Vol. 1" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative explores the social conditions and the plight of the poor in England, particularly focusing on life in a dilapidated area known as Parker's Piece in the town of Sloville. The book examines themes of poverty, charity, hypocrisy, and human suffering, introducing characters from various societal backgrounds
struggling with the social hierarchy and moral dilemmas of their time. At the start of the volume, Ritchie vividly describes the setting and the societal issues surrounding Parker’s Piece, a locale populated by the impoverished and unemployed. The narrative highlights the disparity between the rich and poor through a series of poignant observations about life in a troubled community, including interactions with figures of authority such as a vicar and the social dynamics within dysfunctional families. Notable characters like Carroty Bill and the unfortunate widow illustrate the struggle for dignity amidst despair, as the story introduces a cast of characters facing moral challenges, societal neglect, and the harsh realities of their existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ritchie, J. Ewing (James Ewing), 1820-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Crying for the Light; Or, Fifty Years Ago. Vol. 1 [of 3] |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1895 Jarrold and Sons edition by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly allowing their copy to be used for this transcription |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36808 |
| Release Date | Jul 21, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 381 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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