7 results for "Literature"

Sybil

Benjamin Disraeli
The novel tells the story of two main characters: Charles Egremont, an aristocratic politician, and Sybil Gerard, a young woman from a working-class background. Through their intersecting lives, Disraeli presents a vivid portrayal of the stark contrasts between the wealthy upper class and the impoverished working class during the Industrial Revolution. "Sybil" addresses the social and political tensions of the time, depicting the harsh realities faced by the working-class population, such as poor living conditions, exploitation, and the absence of political representation. Disraeli weaves together elements of romance, social critique, and political intrigue to shed light on the societal divide and advocate for reform. The novel also introduces the concept of the "Two Nations," representing the stark divide between the rich and the poor, with each living in their own separate worlds. Disraeli argues for the necessity of recognizing and addressing this social disparity in order to create a more just and unified society. "Sybil" had a significant impact on public opinion and political discourse of its time, contributing to the growing awareness of social issues and the need for reform. It helped shape the political ideology of "One-Nation Conservatism" and influenced future social and political reforms in Britain. Overall, "Sybil" is a compelling work that combines elements of romance, social commentary, and political reform. It offers readers a thought-provoking exploration of the stark divisions and injustices within society during the Industrial Revolution, and it remains a significant contribution to both literature and political discourse.
Zinc Read 2023-07-07 372 pages

The Revolutionary Epick

Benjamin Disraeli
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Creative Media Partners, LLC 2019-02-26 188 pages

The Letters of Runnymede

Benjamin Disraeli
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Creative Media Partners, LLC 2019-02-23 256 pages

The Carrier Pigeon

Benjamin Disraeli
The Carrier PigeonBenjamin DisraeliWe are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform 2018-06-19 40 pages