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An Altruist
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General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023549103
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 60
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
An Altruist by Ouida offers a poignant exploration of societal inequalities and the struggles of women. Set against a backdrop of stark class differences, this work of fiction delves into themes of altruism and sacrifice. Through the lens of its subject matter - laundresses - the novel provides a social commentary on poverty and the lives of working-class women.
This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the timeless quality of Ouida's narrative. Readers interested in literary fiction that examines the complexities of human relationships and the challenges faced by women in a stratified society will find this book a compelling and thought-provoking read. A classic work of fiction, An Altruist continues to resonate with its enduring themes of compassion and social justice.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 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.
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