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John Halifax, Gentleman: Historical Novel
John Halifax, Gentleman: Historical Novel
John Halifax, Gentleman: Historical Novel
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The action is centered in the small town in Gloucestershire. The story is narrated by Phineas, a friend of the central character. John Halifax is an orphan, determined to make his way in the world through honest hard work. He is taken in by a tanner, Abel Fletcher, who is a Quaker, and thus meets Phineas, who is Abel's son. The book follows John's adventures as he struggles to achieve success in life and it is a presentation of the ideals of English middle-class life.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherSharp Ink
Release dateJul 16, 2023
ISBN9788028300067
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