Thalatta! Or The Great Commoner: A Political Romance (1862)

Thalatta! Or The Great Commoner: A Political Romance is a novel written by John Skelton and published in 1862. The story is set in England during the early 19th century and follows the life of a young man named George, who is the son of a wealthy merchant. George is a political idealist who believes in the power of the common people and is drawn to the charismatic leader of the working-class movement, Thalatta.As George becomes more involved in politics, he falls in love with Thalatta's daughter, Lucy. However, their relationship is threatened by the political turmoil of the time and the opposing views of their families. Meanwhile, Thalatta's movement gains momentum, and he becomes a powerful force in the political landscape of England.The novel explores themes of love, politics, and class struggle. It also provides a glimpse into the social and political climate of 19th century England. Skelton's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and the characters are well-developed and relatable. Thalatta! Or The Great Commoner: A Political Romance is a captivating read for anyone interested in historical fiction or political literature.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.