Jessie Fothergill by Helen C. Black
The novel is a semi-autobiographical account of the author's experiences with prostitution and her efforts to reform it. It follows the life of Jessie Fothergill, a young woman who becomes embroiled in the sex trade after being forced into it by poverty and circumstance. The story explores themes of exploitation, addiction, and redemption as Jessie navigates the harsh realities of her situation.
By Helen C. Black · First published 1891 · Genre: Biography, Literary Criticism, Travelogue · 4,294 words
First lines
[1] Since the serial publication of these sketches the death of the gifted writer has taken place.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Helen C. Black
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Literary Criticism, Travelogue, Historical, Autobiography
- Length: 4,294 words
- Structure: 1 section, 33 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Biography — The text provides a detailed account of Jessie Fothergill's life, career, and personal reflections.
- Literary Criticism — The work discusses Fothergill's literary style, themes, and the reception of her works.
- Travelogue — The narrative includes descriptions of travel experiences and locations, such as Manchester and Dusseldorf.
- Historical — The text references historical events and figures related to Manchester's past.
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Biography · Memoir · Autobiography · Social History · Working Class · Industrialization · Child Labor · Poverty · Slum Life · Urbanization · Immigration · Female Experience