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Children Of Gibeon
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Classic FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781024554618
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 464
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Children of Gibeon by Sir Walter Besant offers a vivid depiction of Victorian London and its stark social contrasts. The novel delves into the lives of individuals born into poverty, exploring the challenges and moral complexities they face as they navigate a society defined by rigid class structures. Besant's work provides a nuanced portrayal of the struggles and resilience of London's underclass, and the constraints placed upon them.
Through compelling characters and a richly detailed setting, Children of Gibeon explores themes of social injustice, identity, and the search for belonging. Besant's sharp social commentary makes this novel a powerful and thought-provoking read, offering insights into a pivotal period in British history. Readers interested in historical fiction, social commentary, and classic literature will find Children of Gibeon a compelling and enduring work.
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