A Pit-brow Lassie
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ISBN10: 9375360644
ISBN13: 9789375360643
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 9 2026
Pages: 282
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.64 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789375360643
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 9 2026
Pages: 282
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.64 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Coal dust drifts through the narrow lanes of a northern England mining town, where the clang of industry and the quiet endurance of its people shape every day. Amid the relentless rhythm of the pit-head, a young woman's life unfolds-her strength and dignity standing in stark contrast to the grinding hardship of the coal mining community around her. Set against the backdrop of nineteenth century England, this social realism novel draws readers into the heart of a world rarely seen: the lives of women in industry, labouring shoulder to shoulder with men, their stories woven into the fabric of the industrial revolution. With unsparing honesty and deep compassion, the narrative captures the realities of working-class existence, from the camaraderie and conflicts among miners to the subtle class struggle that defines the era. The northern England setting is rendered with remarkable detail, immersing readers in the grit, hope, and quiet heroism that define this corner of regional British literature. What sets this work apart is its rare focus on female labour history, offering an authentic glimpse into the challenges and resilience of women whose voices have too often been lost to time. Long out of print, this book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, inviting both general readers and collectors to experience a vital piece of industrial revolution fiction. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, preserving a unique chapter of British social history with elegance and care. For anyone drawn to historical British novels or the enduring power of class struggle stories, this work stands as a testament to the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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