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New Grub Street

About New Grub Street

"New Grub Street" is a singular penned by using the prolific British creator George Gissing. Set in overdue 19th-century London, the tale revolves across the lives of suffering writers and intellectuals seeking to make ends meet inside the competitive international of literary publishing. The narrative mostly follows the contrasting paths of Edwin Reardon, a talented but impoverished novelist, and Jasper Milvain, a cunning and bold literary critic. As Edwin grapples with economic hardships and the pressures of inventive integrity, Jasper maneuvers his manner through the literary scene, prioritizing achievement and social development. Alongside them are a forged of characters who similarly navigate the demanding situations of the literary international, such as the perils of plagiarism, the charm of industrial success, and the sacrifices required for artistic hobbies. Through vibrant characterizations and sharp social commentary, Gissing explores subject matters of ambition, love, class conflict, and the tough realities of the literary marketplace. "New Grub Street" gives a poignant portrayal of the tensions between inventive beliefs and commercial demands, dropping light at the precarious nature of creative interests in a society pushed through capitalist pursuits. Gissing's masterful prose and eager observations make "New Grub Street" a timeless classic that maintains to resonate with readers nowadays.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9789361422898
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 476
  • Published:
  • January 31, 2024
  • Dimensions:
  • 140x28x216 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 666 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: January 4, 2025
Extended return policy to January 30, 2025
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Description of New Grub Street

"New Grub Street" is a singular penned by using the prolific British creator George Gissing. Set in overdue 19th-century London, the tale revolves across the lives of suffering writers and intellectuals seeking to make ends meet inside the competitive international of literary publishing. The narrative mostly follows the contrasting paths of Edwin Reardon, a talented but impoverished novelist, and Jasper Milvain, a cunning and bold literary critic. As Edwin grapples with economic hardships and the pressures of inventive integrity, Jasper maneuvers his manner through the literary scene, prioritizing achievement and social development. Alongside them are a forged of characters who similarly navigate the demanding situations of the literary international, such as the perils of plagiarism, the charm of industrial success, and the sacrifices required for artistic hobbies. Through vibrant characterizations and sharp social commentary, Gissing explores subject matters of ambition, love, class conflict, and the tough realities of the literary marketplace. "New Grub Street" gives a poignant portrayal of the tensions between inventive beliefs and commercial demands, dropping light at the precarious nature of creative interests in a society pushed through capitalist pursuits. Gissing's masterful prose and eager observations make "New Grub Street" a timeless classic that maintains to resonate with readers nowadays.

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