Alton Locke by Charles Kingsley
The novel is a social commentary set in the 19th century, focusing on the life of a young tailor, Alton Locke, who aspires to be a poet. Disillusioned by the oppressive working conditions and class injustices of Victorian England, Locke becomes involved in the Chartist movement, advocating for political reform and the rights of the working class. Throughout his journey, he grapples with his own ambitions, the harsh realities of poverty, and the complexities of social change. The book explores themes of social inequality, the power of education, and the struggle for a fairer society, ultimately delivering a critique of the era's social and economic systems.
The 6291st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1850
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 166,085
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)