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Only a Clod
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RomanceGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025250236
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Dec 12 2025
Pages: 560
Weight: 1.71
Height: 1.14 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
M. E. Braddon's Only a clod is a captivating Victorian novel, renowned for its intricate exploration of psychological and domestic landscapes. This compelling work of psychological fiction plunges into the complexities of human relationships, presenting a profound family drama. Braddon masterfully crafts a narrative that navigates the often-hidden tensions and emotional undercurrents within a household, making it a quintessential example of domestic fiction.
The title itself, Only a clod, subtly suggests a narrative where perceived simplicity or humble origins might belie deeper emotional struggles or societal judgments, which Braddon skillfully unpacks through her characters' inner lives and interactions. Readers are drawn into a world where personal aspirations clash with societal expectations, and the subtle interplay of power, desire, and misunderstanding shapes destinies. As a significant literary achievement, Only a clod offers an enduring and insightful examination of Victorian life, character, and the timeless nature of human connection and conflict. It remains a powerful story of the heart, mind, and the intricate web of family bonds.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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