Debatable Ground (1921)

By G.B. Stern

Book Overview

Debatable Ground is a novel written by Gladys Bronwyn Stern and published in 1921. The story is set in the aftermath of World War I and follows the lives of two women, Anne and Marcia. Anne is a young and idealistic woman who is passionate about social justice and political reform. Marcia, on the other hand, is a wealthy and privileged woman who is more concerned with her own comfort and status.The two women meet by chance and strike up an unlikely friendship. As they get to know each other better, they begin to realize just how different their worldviews are. Anne is horrified by the poverty and inequality she sees around her, while Marcia is more concerned with maintaining her social position and protecting her family's wealth.As the story unfolds, Anne becomes increasingly involved in political activism and Marcia struggles to understand her friend's motivations. The two women are forced to confront their own prejudices and assumptions as they navigate the complex social and political landscape of post-war Britain.Debatable Ground is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of class, gender, and social justice. Stern's writing is insightful and engaging, and her characters are complex and nuanced. The novel is a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding in a world that can often seem divided and polarized.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436819474
• ISBN13: 9781436819473
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"