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Yeast
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781026094402
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 312
Weight: 1.35
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Yeast is a compelling social novel by Charles Kingsley that delves into the tumultuous social and religious landscape of mid-19th-century England. Written during a period of intense intellectual and spiritual upheaval, the story follows Lancelot Smith, a young man grappling with the profound problems of his era-ranging from the dire living conditions of the rural laboring class to the conflicts between emerging scientific thought and traditional religious dogma.
Kingsley utilizes the narrative to critique the indifference of the landed gentry and the complexities of the Oxford Movement, advocating for a form of Christian socialism rooted in empathy and practical reform. Through its vivid portrayal of the English countryside and its earnest exploration of faith, Yeast serves as a significant example of the social problem novel, capturing the ferment of a society on the brink of modern transformation. This work remains a vital piece of Victorian literature for its passionate call for justice and its insightful reflection on the moral dilemmas of its time.
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