The Rainbow

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Set against the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution, this epic narrative explores the lives of the Brangwen family in Nottinghamshire. Tom Brangwen, a quintessential rural farmer, navigates the complexities of love and cultural differences when he marries Lydia, a Polish immigrant. Their relationship, marked by a language barrier and cultural disconnection, ultimately leads to a contented yet unfulfilled existence as they raise their children, reflecting the struggles and adaptations of a family across generations.