Jan Oxber (1902)

von Orme Agnus

172 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Jan Oxber"" is a novel written by Agnus Orme and first published in 1902. The story is set in the rural English countryside and follows the life of the titular character, Jan Oxber. Jan is a young man who has grown up on a farm and dreams of a life beyond the fields. He is intelligent and ambitious, but his lack of education and social standing make it difficult for him to achieve his goals.The novel explores themes of class, education, and the struggle for social mobility. Jan's journey is one of self-discovery as he grapples with his desire to better himself while remaining true to his roots. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including a wealthy landowner's daughter and a kind-hearted teacher, who both challenge and support him.As Jan navigates the complexities of rural life, he must also confront the harsh realities of poverty and injustice. The novel offers a vivid depiction of the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as a poignant commentary on the human spirit and the pursuit of happiness.Overall, ""Jan Oxber"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores timeless themes of identity, ambition, and social justice. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and literature of rural England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Historisch, politisch, militärisch
• ISBN: 9781436883337
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC