
History of David Grieve
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David Grieve is a young man who grows up in poverty in the industrial midlands of England. He dreams of a better life for himself and his family, but his plans are thwarted by the social and economic conditions of the time. When he falls in love with Lucy, the daughter of a wealthy industrialist, he is faced with a difficult choice. He must either give up his love or fight for their happiness in a world that is stacked against them. Ultimately, David must choose between his own happiness and the well-being of those he loves, as he grapples with the complexities of love, class, and the changing world around him.Book Details
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Mary Augusta Ward
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Mary Augusta Ward was a British novelist who wrote under her married name as Mrs Humphry Ward. She worked to improve education for the poor and she became the founding Pr...
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