Classic Love Stories

Nether World

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  • 1889 first published
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Published in 1889, Nether World is a classic romance novel by George Gissing.

A free LibriVox audiobook (18 h 42 min) is available.

About Nether World

This sad social novel revolves around the problematic issue of money. Michael returns from Australia to London a rich man. However, he hides this fact from everybody and spends money only on the things he really needs. He contemplates leaving his money to his granddaughter Jane, under the condition that she donate at least most of it to charity. However, Jane is not sure she can do it. This novel tells much about working class life in 19th century London.(Summary by Stav Nisser)
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Nether World — LibriVox recording, 18 h 42 min in 40 sections.

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Who wrote Nether World?

Nether World was written by George Gissing and first published in 1889.

What genre is Nether World?

It is usually shelved as Classic Love Stories.

Is there a free audiobook of Nether World?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 18 h 42 min.

What books are similar to Nether World?

Readers who like it often enjoy The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Turn of the Screw and She.

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