John Ferguson is a novel written by St. John G. Ervine. The story revolves around the life of John Ferguson, a man who is struggling to make ends meet in the early 20th century. John is a hard-working man who is dedicated to his family, but he is constantly faced with financial difficulties. He works as a weaver in a factory, but his wages are meager, and he struggles to provide for his wife and children. The novel explores the themes of poverty, class struggle, and the human condition. John's struggles are a reflection of ...
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John Ferguson is a novel written by St. John G. Ervine. The story revolves around the life of John Ferguson, a man who is struggling to make ends meet in the early 20th century. John is a hard-working man who is dedicated to his family, but he is constantly faced with financial difficulties. He works as a weaver in a factory, but his wages are meager, and he struggles to provide for his wife and children. The novel explores the themes of poverty, class struggle, and the human condition. John's struggles are a reflection of the struggles faced by many working-class families during this time period. The novel also delves into the complexities of human relationships, particularly the relationship between John and his wife. Throughout the novel, John's character is tested as he faces numerous challenges, including the loss of his job, the death of his child, and the betrayal of a friend. Despite these challenges, John remains steadfast in his determination to provide for his family and to overcome the obstacles in his path. Overall, John Ferguson is a powerful and moving novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of working-class families during the early 20th century. It is a story of perseverance, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.THIS 68 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Theatre Guild Anthology V1, by St. John G. Ervine. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419156225.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.
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