A Pit-brow Lassie
Defying Tradition: A Gritty Tale of Working-Class Women in 19th Century Coal MinesBy John Monk Foster
Length12h 5m
About this audiobook
In "A Pit-brow Lassie," John Monk Foster presents a vivid narrative that explores the harsh realities of coal mining in the late 19th century through the eyes of a spirited young woman navigating her way through a man's world. Foster's prose resonates with realism and is steeped in the local dialect of Yorkshire, effectively immersing readers in the daily life and struggles of the mining community. This book not only serves as a gripping social commentary but also embodies the literary context of working-class novels emerging in Victorian England, where authors sought to showcase the authentic experiences of the oppressed. John Monk Foster, born in 1852 to a working-class family in Yorkshire, draws from his own upbringing and observations of industrial life, making his portrayal of characters remarkably authentic. His previous work focused on labor conditions, and Foster's commitment to social reform is evident in the richly drawn characters of his novel, particularly the resilient female protagonist who exemplifies the strength and spirit of the working-class populace. This compelling narrative is highly recommended for those interested in social history, gender studies, and the evolution of the novel as a form. "A Pit-brow Lassie" offers not only an engaging tale but also a profound reflection on resilience, challenging societal norms, and the importance of community, making it a significant contribution to the canon of industrial literature.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length12 hrs 5 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter I.—The New Wench.
23Chapter XXIII.—"Off With The Old Love, on With The New."
2Chapter II.—Beneath the Wheel.
24Chapter XXIV.—Another Betrothal.
3Chapter III.—In Dingley Wood.
25Chapter XXV.—George Bamforth's News.
4Chapter IV.—Retrospective.
26Chapter XXVI.—Approaching the Goal.
5Chapter V.—News From Australia.
27Chapter XXVII.—Henry Willesden is Suspicious.
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6Chapter VI.—On the Trail.
28Chapter XXVIII.—The Solicitor Speaks His Mind.
7Chapter VII.—An Adventure Underground.
29Chapter XXIX.—Back From Exile.
8Chapter VIII.—Missing.
30Chapter XXX.—Terrible News.
9Chapter IX.—Through the Window.
31Chapter XXXI.—After the Honeymoon.
10Chapter X.—Arthur Willesden's Schemes.
32Chapter XXXII.—At the Sign of the Boar's Head.
11Chapter XI.—Undercurrents at Work.
33Chapter XXXIII.—The Arrest on the Pit Bank.
12Chapter XII.—Reconciled.
34Chapter XXXIV.—The Meeting in Dene Wood.
13Chapter XIII.—The Tobacco Box.
35Chapter XXXV.—Daff Burdock.
14Chapter XIV.—On the Canal Bank.
36Chapter XXXVI.—A Deadly Blow.
15Chapter XV.—Kate Visits the Mine.
37Chapter XXXVII.—Arrested Again.
16Chapter XVI.—Beyond the Fallen Roof.
38Chapter XXXVIII.—After the Murder.
17Chapter XVII.—The First Breath of Suspicion.
39Chapter XXXIX.—"Guilty or Not Guilty."
18Chapter XVIII.—Inside the Snare.
40Chapter XL.—A Letter from Luke.
19Chapter XIX.—At No. 9, Craig's Court.
41Chapter XLI.—When the Cloud Lifted.
20Chapter XX.—Richard Hampton.
42Chapter XLII.—Unmasked at Last.
21Chapter XXI.—The Fall of the Thunderbolt.
43Chapter XLIII.—Nemesis.
22Chapter XXII.—Luke Standish's Flight.
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