McAndrew, Deborah
Hard Times (Modern Plays)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781350083103
- author:
- McAndrew, Deborah
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Methuen Drama
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 19.84 x 12.85 x 0.56 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Drama, European
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Hard Times by Deborah McAndrew and Charles Dickens is a thought-provoking novel that explores the consequences of suppressing imagination. In a world where fanciful thoughts are discouraged, the impact on individuals and society is profound. Against this backdrop, the arrival of Sleary's Circus brings colour and vibrancy to the dark satanic mills of Coketown. The story follows the lives of Tom and Louisa Gradgrind, whose parents' strict policies have a lasting effect on their experiences. As they navigate love, social mores, and the influence of the circus, Dickens masterfully crafts a tale of sharply observed characters and exaggerated situations. This novel is a gripping exploration of the human experience, shedding light on the complexities of love, seduction, and social hierarchy in 19th-century England.
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