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Set against the backdrop of England's free-market economy in the early 1830s, this collection of 24 short stories delves into pressing social and political issues such as overpopulation, labor conflicts, and the struggles of the working class. While some viewed the themes as politically radical, the stories resonated with the public and significantly influenced future writers like Charles Dickens and Elizabeth Gaskell, highlighting the power of literature to address societal challenges.
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Illustrations of Political Economy, Vol. III (in 9 Volumes), Harriet Martineau
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Illustrations of Political Economy, Vol. III (in 9 Volumes)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Harriet Martineau
- Publisher
- Cosimo Classics
- Publisher
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 416
- ISBN13
- 9781605208695
- Category
- Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of England's free-market economy in the early 1830s, this collection of 24 short stories delves into pressing social and political issues such as overpopulation, labor conflicts, and the struggles of the working class. While some viewed the themes as politically radical, the stories resonated with the public and significantly influenced future writers like Charles Dickens and Elizabeth Gaskell, highlighting the power of literature to address societal challenges.