Esta autora estuvo profundamente involucrada en la política y la justicia social, y sus escritos a menudo reflejaban sus propias experiencias y convicciones vitales. Fue conocida por su activismo y sus incansables esfuerzos para mejorar las vidas de la clase trabajadora y los pobres. A través de sus ensayos y su compromiso político, defendió el cambio social y luchó por los derechos de los marginados. Su obra ofrece una profunda visión de las desigualdades sociales y un deseo persistente de un mundo más equitativo.
Clash is set against the backdrop of the 1926 general strike. It describes political and personal issues as Joan Craig, an activist in the trade union movement and Labour Party, lives through the excitement of mass protest and individual turmoil in her relations with two men friends.
'Through the double clamour of Big Ben and the shrill sound of the bell rang a revolver shot.'A financier is found shot in the House of Commons. Suspecting foul play, Robert West, a parliamentary private secretary, takes on the role of amateur sleuth. Used to turning a blind eye to covert dealings, West must now uncover the shocking secret behind the man's demise, amid distractions from the press and the dead man's enigmatic daughter.Originally published in 1932, this was the only mystery novel to be written by Ellen Wilkinson, one of the first women to be elected to Parliament. Wilkinson offers a unique insider's perspective of political scandal, replete with sharp satire.The book contains an introduction by Martin Edwards with a preface by Rachel Reeves MP.
Originally published in 1932, this was the only mystery novel to be written by Ellen Wilkinson, one of the first women to be elected to Parliament. Wilkinson offers a unique insider's perspective of political scandal, replete with sharp satire.
Jarrow is best known as the town that gave its name to the Jarrow March of 1936.