Shirley Industrial Strife and Social Change in Early 19th Century Yorkshire
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Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
18.04.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
782
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14,8/4,2 cm
Gewicht
992 g
Auflage
1. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-0367-5
"Shirley" by Charlotte Brontë is set in the early 19th century during a period of economic and social upheaval in Yorkshire, England. The narrative begins with the introduction of Robert Moore, a mill owner of Belgian descent, who is determined to modernize his textile mill with new machinery. This decision, however, places him at odds with the local workers who fear unemployment due to mechanization. The novel explores the tensions between the mill owners and the working class, highlighting the broader socio-economic challenges of the time, including the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars and the Orders in Council, which have disrupted trade and exacerbated poverty. The story also delves into the personal lives of its characters, particularly focusing on the relationships and romantic entanglements of Moore, his cousin Caroline Helstone, and the titular character, Shirley Keeldar. Shirley is a wealthy and independent woman who becomes involved in the local community's struggles and is seen as a symbol of hope and change. The novel examines themes of gender roles, class conflict, and the quest for personal and social identity amidst the backdrop of industrial change. Brontë's narrative is rich with detailed character studies and vivid descriptions of the Yorkshire landscape, providing a poignant commentary on the era's social issues. The novel's intricate plot weaves together the personal and political, illustrating how individual lives are affected by larger historical forces.
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