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Set in early 20th century England, the narrative explores the complexities of social class and personal relationships through the lives of a widow and her paying guest. As their lives intertwine, themes of desire, morality, and the struggle for independence emerge. The characters navigate societal expectations and personal ambitions, leading to dramatic consequences. Gissing's work delves into the nuances of human connection and the impact of economic pressures on personal choices, offering a poignant reflection on the era's social dynamics.
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The Paying Guest, George Robert Gissing
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- The Paying Guest
- Language
- English
- Authors
- George Robert Gissing
- Publisher
- Outlook Verlag
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 68
- ISBN13
- 9783752354898
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set in early 20th century England, the narrative explores the complexities of social class and personal relationships through the lives of a widow and her paying guest. As their lives intertwine, themes of desire, morality, and the struggle for independence emerge. The characters navigate societal expectations and personal ambitions, leading to dramatic consequences. Gissing's work delves into the nuances of human connection and the impact of economic pressures on personal choices, offering a poignant reflection on the era's social dynamics.