Bücher von John Trafford Clegg

David's Loom is a historical novel written by John Trafford Clegg and published in 1894. The story takes place in Rochdale, a town in the north of England, during the early years of the nineteenth century. The main character, David, is a young weaver who works in a factory and dreams of a better life. He falls in love with a girl named Mary, but their relationship is threatened by the harsh realities of life in a rapidly industrializing society. David struggles to make ends meet and faces difficult choices as he tries to provide for his family. Along the way, he becomes involved in the political and social movements of the time, including the fight for workers' rights and the campaign for universal suffrage. The novel paints a vivid picture of life in a bustling industrial town, with its crowded streets, smoky factories, and vibrant community of workers and activists. It is a powerful portrayal of the struggles and triumphs of ordinary people in an era of great change and upheaval.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.