The Valley of the Moon by Jack London

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Author London, Jack, 1876-1916
Title The Valley of the Moon
Credits Produced by Jerry Wann, Dianne Bean, and David Widger
Summary "The Valley of the Moon" by Jack London is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around Saxon Brown, a working-class woman in California, and captures her struggles and aspirations against the backdrop of labor, love, and societal challenges. London's narrative is rich with themes of class struggle and the human spirit's resilience, reflecting the author's interest in social issues of his time. The opening of the novel introduces Saxon, who works in a laundry and endures the oppressive heat and relentless pace of her labor. Amidst the exhaustion, her friend Mary encourages her to join a local festival, which bears the promise of dance and social interaction. The narrative is rife with vivid descriptions of the harsh realities of working-class life, including the chaotic scene when a fellow worker collapses, highlighting the physical toll of their daily toil. As Saxon navigates her daily grind, she yearns for connection and escape, all while hinting at a burgeoning interest in a mysterious man named Billy Roberts, who enters her life later in the story. Through these unfolding interactions and her internal musings, the stage is set for Saxon's journey toward personal freedom and self-discovery in a society that often constrains her desires. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Working class -- Fiction
Subject Domestic fiction
Subject Farm life -- Fiction
Subject Strikes and lockouts -- Fiction
Subject California -- Fiction
Subject Marriage -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 1449
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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