Illustrations of political economy, Volume 4 (of 9) by Harriet Martineau

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Author Martineau, Harriet, 1802-1876
Title Illustrations of political economy, Volume 4 (of 9)
Original Publication London: Charles Fox, Paternoster-Row, 1834.
Contents Homes abroad -- For each and for all -- French wines and politics.
Credits Emmanuel Ackerman, KD Weeks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Illustrations of Political Economy, Volume 4" by Harriet Martineau is a collection of political and social essays written in the early 19th century. The volume examines various facets of poverty and labor in England, specifically focusing on the plight of the agricultural working class in Kent and the societal challenges they face. Through the use of narratives, Martineau explores the dynamics between poverty, crime, and the struggles for livelihood in a rapidly changing society. At the start of the volume, the narrative introduces Mr. Castle, a laborer living in the impoverished parish of A—— in Kent. The chapter highlights the stark contrast between the county's fertile appearance and the abject poverty experienced by its inhabitants, especially amidst the ongoing struggles of the Castle family. As Mr. Castle grapples with the difficulties of providing for his family while facing societal disdain due to his destitution, the narrative sets a poignant stage for discussions on emigration and economic opportunity. Frank, Castle’s son, explores the possibility of moving to Van Diemen's Land for a better life, emphasizing themes of hope and the search for new beginnings in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Social problems -- Fiction
Subject Didactic fiction, English
Subject Political fiction, English
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