Iron cousins, [Unknown Binding] Cecily Wilhelmine Sidgwick

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Cover has normal wear. Pages are clean. Binding is secure.

Cecily Wilhelmine Sidgwick’s 1880 novel “Iron Cousins” offers a captivating glimpse into late 19th-century Britain, exploring class divisions, industrialization, and changing gender roles through the lives of two cousins from different social backgrounds. Sidgwick’s vivid descriptions and nuanced portrayal of women’s challenges make this a valuable historical and literary work for collectors and readers interested in Victorian-era Britain’s social upheavals and cultural transformations.

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SKU: Hall-20-BTM-409 Category: Product Condition: Used

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Cover has normal wear. Pages are clean. Binding is secure.

This vintage copy of “Iron Cousins” by Cecily Wilhelmine Sidgwick offers a captivating glimpse into the social and industrial landscapes of late 19th-century Britain. Published in 1880, this novel explores the lives of two cousins, one from an aristocratic family and the other from a working-class background, as they navigate the complexities of class divisions and the rapidly industrializing society of the time.

Sidgwick’s work is notable for its nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by women during this era, particularly in the context of changing gender roles and the emerging women’s rights movement. Her vivid descriptions of the harsh realities of industrial life and the stark contrasts between the privileged and working classes provide a valuable historical perspective on the social upheavals of the Victorian era.

For collectors and readers alike, this well-preserved copy presents an opportunity to immerse themselves in a literary work that not only entertains but also offers a thought-provoking exploration of the societal transformations that defined an era. Sidgwick’s compelling narrative and her ability to weave together personal stories with broader societal themes make “Iron Cousins” a significant addition to any collection focused on 19th-century literature or the cultural history of Britain.

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