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Progress and Prejudice
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RomanceClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025751627
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Progress and Prejudice is a compelling social satire by the prolific 19th-century novelist Mrs. Gore, offering an intricate look into the complexities of British aristocratic life. As a prominent example of the silver fork genre, the narrative navigates the shifting landscapes of social class, morality, and the tension between traditional values and the onset of modern progress. Through its witty dialogue and astute observations, the novel examines the vanities and prejudices of fashionable society during the Victorian era.
In this concluding third volume, the intricate plotlines involving high-society maneuvers and romantic entanglements reach their resolution. Mrs. Gore skillfully portrays the manners and foibles of the upper class, blending humor with sharp social commentary. Her ability to depict the nuances of social standing and the pressure of public opinion makes this work a significant contribution to 19th-century literature. Readers interested in the evolution of the English novel of manners will find Progress and Prejudice a sophisticated and engaging exploration of the human condition within a strictly stratified society.
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