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2004-10-15
Public domain in the USA.
145
Churchill, Winston
1871
1947
The Dwelling Place of Light — Volume 3
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dwelling-Place_of_Light
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"The Dwelling Place of Light — Volume 3" by Winston Churchill is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the intersecting lives of individuals in a time of labor unrest and social upheaval, focusing primarily on the character of Janet Bumpus, a stenographer drawn into the syndicalist movement. As the story unfolds, readers witness her transformation from a passive observer to an active participant in the struggle for workers' rights, reflecting a broader commentary on class struggle and socio-political themes. At the start of the book, Janet Bumpus finds herself captivated by an impassioned speaker named Rolfe, who articulates the grievances of the working class and the need for revolution against capitalism. As she pushes through the crowd to hear him better, she becomes increasingly aware of her own discontent with her life and the injustice surrounding her. Following their encounter, Rolfe invites her into the syndicalist movement, leading her to confront her own beliefs and desires. The opening establishes a framework for Janet’s journey, highlighting her inner conflicts and growing affiliation with the striking workers, as well as introducing themes of empowerment, identity, and the struggle against societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Strikes and lockouts -- Fiction
Working class women -- Fiction
Textile industry -- Fiction
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