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Anonymous
7/1/2025, 3:11:03 PM No.24511359
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Any other works that are tantamount to british and american societies of the 1800s?

Do you think its a good book?
Anonymous
7/1/2025, 7:58:21 PM No.24512050
Jane>Mary>Lydia>Catherine>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Elizabeth
Anonymous
7/1/2025, 8:25:26 PM No.24512116
David Copperfield by Charles Dickens (1850): This bildungsroman offers a comprehensive look at Victorian society through the eyes of its protagonist, exploring themes of poverty, social mobility, and class disparity.
The Way We Live Now by Anthony Trollope (1875): This novel critically examines the morals and social fabric of Victorian England, particularly focusing on the impact of rampant materialism and changing societal values.
The Complete Chronicles of Barsetshire and Palliser Novels by Anthony Trollope: This extensive series provides a detailed depiction of both the ecclesiastical and political landscapes of Victorian England, exploring ambition, morality, and class struggle.
Marion Fay by Anthony Trollope (1882): This novel delves into the intricacies of relationships and societal expectations in Victorian England, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by a young woman navigating societal pressures and social stratification.
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë (1847): This classic explores themes of social class, independence, and the role of women in Victorian society through the life of its determined protagonist.
Great Expectations by Charles Dickens (1861): Another popular Dickens novel, this story follows the journey of an orphan boy and his unexpected rise through different social strata, highlighting the influence of class and wealth.
The Condition of the Working Class in England by Frederick Engels (1845): This non-fiction work offers a detailed study of the industrial working class in Victorian England, based on Engels' observations in Manchester, a key city of the Industrial Revolution.
Hard Times by Charles Dickens (1854): This novel critiques the negative effects of industrialization on society and the working class, depicting the harsh realities faced by factory workers in a fictional town modeled on Manchester.
Mary Barton by Elizabeth Gaskell (1848): Gaskell's first novel focuses on the struggles of the Victorian working class and the concerns about the detrimental impacts of industrialization.
North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell (1854): Set during the Industrial Revolution, this novel explores the clash between the traditional values of the rural South and the industrial North of England, highlighting themes of class conflict and understanding between different social groups.
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Anonymous
7/1/2025, 8:26:27 PM No.24512120
>>24512116
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, Written by Himself by Frederick Douglass (1845): This powerful autobiography provides a firsthand account of the brutality of slavery in 19th-century America, offering a compelling argument for its abolition.
The Key to Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe (1853): In response to criticism of her novel, Stowe compiled this work, presenting factual accounts, testimonies, and legal cases to support the authenticity of the experiences depicted in Uncle Tom's Cabin, further exposing the realities of slavery.
Antislavery Political Writings, 1833-1860: A Reader edited by C. Bradley Thompson (2003): This collection of documents provides insights into the ideological divisions within the abolitionist movement during the 19th century.
Miss Ravenel's Conversion from Secession to Loyalty by John William De Forest (1867): This historical novel explores the moral and ideological struggles of the American Civil War, focusing on a character grappling with loyalties and personal identity.
The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane (1895): This influential novel, set during the Civil War, explores the psychological impact of war on a young soldier.
The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne (1850): This novel delves into themes of sin, guilt, and social ostracism in Puritan society.
Moby-Dick; or, the Whale by Herman Melville (1851): This epic tale offers a symbolic exploration of themes like obsession, humanity's relationship with nature, and the dangers of unchecked ambition.
Walden; or, Life in the Woods by Henry David Thoreau (1854): This transcendentalist work explores themes of simple living, self-reliance, and the importance of nature.
Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman (1855): This collection of poems offers a celebration of the American experience, the individual, and the diversity of the nation.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain (1884): This classic novel provides a satirical and insightful commentary on race, morality, and societal hypocrisy in the pre-Civil War South.
How the Other Half Lives by Jacob Riis (1890): This early example of photojournalism exposed the harsh living conditions in the tenements of New York City, contributing to social reform.
Domestic Manners of the Americans by Frances Milton Trollope (1832): This travelogue offers a critical perspective on early 19th-century American society and its social customs through the eyes of a British observer.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott (1868): This beloved novel tells the story of four sisters growing up during the Civil War, exploring themes of family, independence, and the aspirations of young women.
The Awakening by Kate Chopin (1899): This novel explores themes of female independence, societal expectations, and personal liberation.
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Anonymous
7/1/2025, 10:22:18 PM No.24512371
>>24512116
>>24512120
>no Scott
Why is AI such a pleb?