The Strand Magazine, Vol. 07, Issue 40, April, 1894 by Various
"The Strand Magazine, Vol. 07, Issue 40, April 1894" by Various is a periodical publication featuring a collection of literary works, likely written in the late 19th century. This particular issue comprises stories and illustrations that reflect the social issues and cultural narratives of the time, offering readers an insight into contemporary life, struggles, and imagination. The magazine appears to blend fiction with real-world contexts, possibly touching on themes such as labor,family life, and social change. The opening portion introduces a story centered around Marianne Houdaille, a hardworking woman who reflects on her life and the challenges she faces as the wife of Jacques Houdaille, a blacksmith. As winter approaches, Marianne manages the household with her four children, recalling past hardships linked to Jacques's struggles with alcohol and their current modest yet stable life. However, tension builds as Jacques becomes entangled in labor unrest, leading to a strike and heightened emotions. The narrative foreshadows potential disaster as it explores the dynamic within their family and the broader implications of class struggles, setting the stage for a gripping tale of conflict and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Newnes, George, 1851-1910 |
| Title | The Strand Magazine, Vol. 07, Issue 40, April, 1894 An Illustrated Monthly |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Richard Tonsing, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Short stories, English -- Periodicals |
| Subject | English literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47375 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 108 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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