
British Barbarians
by Grant Allen
'British Barbarians' Summary
British Barbarians is a novel by Grant Allen that tells the story of Philip Christy, a young civil servant who crosses paths with the mysterious Bertram Ingledew in the respectable suburb of Brackenhurst. Ingledew is a man with unconventional ideas about society, and his beliefs and actions cause much disruption in the family and the neighbourhood. As the story unfolds, Allen explores some interesting ideas about society, some of which are curiously relevant today. The novel is a fascinating and insightful look at the human condition, and it is sure to stay with you long after you finish reading it.Book Details
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Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen was a Canadian science writer and novelist, educated in England. He was a public promoter of evolution in the second half of the nineteenth cen...
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