Struggles of the lower class from "summary" of Hard Times by Charles Dickens
The lower class, in their struggles, faced a grim reality of poverty and hardship. Their lives were a constant battle against the oppressive forces of society that sought to keep them downtrodden and deprived. Despite their best efforts, they found themselves trapped in a cycle of destitution and despair, with no escape in sight. Their daily existence was marked by toil and suffering, as they worked tirelessly in menial jobs that barely provided enough to feed themselves and their families. They lived in squalid conditions, with little comfort or respite from the harsh realities of their lives. Their homes were often dilapidated and overcrowded, with no sense of warmth or security to be found within their walls. In the face of such adversity, the lower class struggled to maintain their dignity and sense of self-worth. They faced constant humiliation and degradation at the hands of those who considered...
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