Onward Or The Mountain Clamberers: A Tale Of Progress (1859)

By Jane Anne Winscom

Book Overview

Onward Or The Mountain Clamberers: A Tale Of Progress is a novel written by Jane Anne Winscom and published in the year 1859. The story is set in the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution and revolves around the lives of a family who live in a small village in England. The main character of the story is a young girl named Mary, who is curious and ambitious, and dreams of a life beyond her village.The plot of the novel follows Mary and her family as they struggle to cope with the changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. The family's traditional way of life is threatened by the new machines and factories that are being built in the nearby town. Mary's father, who is a farmer, finds it difficult to compete with the new methods of farming that are being introduced.As the story progresses, Mary becomes increasingly interested in the new technologies and machines that are being developed. She sees them as a way to improve the lives of her family and the people in her village. With the help of her brother, who is an engineer, Mary starts to experiment with new inventions and machines.The novel explores the themes of progress, innovation, and the impact of technology on society. It also touches upon the role of women in the Industrial Revolution and their struggle for equality. The book is written in a simple and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all ages.Overall, Onward Or The Mountain Clamberers: A Tale Of Progress is a thought-provoking and inspiring novel that celebrates the human spirit of innovation and progress. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Industrial Revolution and the impact of technology on society.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: 1164032410
• ISBN13: 9781164032410
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"