The Settlers at Home

Language: EnglishPublished: October 31, 2007

Subjects:

Country life England Juvenile fiction Immigrants Ethnic relations

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Children & Young Adult Reading

Authors:

Kronheim, Joseph Martin
1810 - 1896
Martineau, Harriet
1802 - 1876

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About this book

In a time when agricultural innovation clashed with the relentless forces of nature, "The Settlers at Home" by Harriet Martineau explores the Linacre family's resilience against calamity. As they grapple with the devastating consequences of their newly drained land flooding due to breached sea defenses, themes of community and survival emerge. Martineau intricately weaves the struggles of rural life with the pressing realities of environmental change, highlighting the tension between human ambition and the natural world. Ideal for students and civic activists, this novel invites readers to reflect on the balance of progress and preservation. Dive into a narrative that challenges perceptions of land ownership and responsibility, ensuring its relevance in today’s discussions on sustainability and community.