In the Year of Jubilee

By George Gissing

Book Overview

George Gissing's "In the Year of Jubilee" offers a captivating glimpse into Victorian England, exploring the complexities of class and society through a sharp, satirical lens. Set against the backdrop of London, this work of historical fiction delves into the social mores and expectations of the era, particularly as they relate to Queen Victoria's reign.

This literary work provides a rich tapestry of Victorian life, subtly critiquing the era's values and exposing the underlying tensions within its social fabric. As a work of general historical fiction, "In the Year of Jubilee" remains relevant for its insightful social commentary and timeless exploration of human relationships. Experience the Victorian era anew in this meticulously prepared print edition.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022939580
• ISBN13: 9781022939585
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

middle-class struggles and emerging feminism..

Sad to say, most people, even those who are fans of Victorian-era literature, have probably never heard of George Gissing. Those who do know him think perhaps he was a 'one hit wonder' with New Grub Street. While New Grub Street is a brilliant read, his little known In the Year of the Jubilee (IYJ) is also a gem.On the surface, IYJ is a story common to Victorian-era novels. People are obsessed with the thought of inheriting money, making sure they are viewed as 'refined' rather than 'working class', and the notion of 'family values' is taken to an extreme. However in IYJ we finally see the emergence of the middle class, people who are in white collar jobs and who see the value in working (rather than living off of someone else's fortune). And most shocking for a Victorian novel, the most forceful character is a young woman who actually seeks out work to keep her life interesting (and not depend on her estranged husband).IYJ is well-written, thought-provoking without being preachy, and should be held in esteem on par with the works from James, Eliot, Wharton and, indeed, other works from George Gissing.