The Serf Sisters: Or The Russia Of Today (1855)

The Serf Sisters: Or The Russia Of Today is a novel written by John Berwick Harwood in 1855. The story is set in Russia during the mid-19th century, a time when serfdom was still prevalent. The novel follows the lives of two sisters, Irina and Nadya, who are born into a wealthy aristocratic family but are forced to confront the harsh realities of serfdom when their father dies and they are left with no means of support. The sisters are forced to sell their estate and move to the city, where they are confronted with the poverty and suffering of the serfs. As they struggle to survive, they become involved in the revolutionary movement and begin to fight for the emancipation of the serfs. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of the social and political conditions in Russia during this period and offers a critique of the oppressive system of serfdom. It is a powerful and thought-provoking work that offers a glimpse into the struggles of the Russian people during a time of great change and upheaval.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.