David's Loom

David's Loom is a historical novel written by John Trafford Clegg in 1894. The story takes place in Rochdale, a town in the north of England, during the early years of the nineteenth century. The main character, David, is a young weaver who struggles to make a living in the harsh working conditions of the textile industry. The novel follows David's life as he navigates the challenges of poverty, illness, and social inequality. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who shares his dreams of a better life. Together, they face the hardships of their time and fight for a brighter future. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of life in Rochdale during the Industrial Revolution, with detailed descriptions of the mills, factories, and slums that characterized the era. It also explores themes of class, gender, and the struggle for social justice. David's Loom is a compelling work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary 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.