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Manchester Man

Manchester Man

Written by: Isabella Varley Banks
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 Step into the world of Jabez Clegg, the quintessential Manchester man, as he floats down the River Irk during a tumultuous flood in 1799. His journey to commercial success parallels the citys own ascent at the heart of the Industrial Revolution. In this captivating historical novel, Mrs. George Linnaeus Banks (née Isabella Varley) expertly intertwines fact and fiction, crafting a fast-paced narrative filled with rivalry, passion, and intrigue. Jabez finds himself caught in a fierce rivalry with his nemesis, Laurence Aspinall, all while vying for the affections of the beautiful Augusta Ashton—who can only love one of them. This entertaining fictional exploration of early 19th-century Manchester not only delights but also tackles significant issues surrounding womens choices and domestic violence. (Summary by Phil Benson)Copyright Nature and Animals Science Social Sciences World
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  • 040 - Chapter XL With All His Faults

    040 - Chapter XL With All His Faults
    Feb 18 2026
    Step into the world of Jabez Clegg, the quintessential Manchester man, as he floats down the River Irk during a tumultuous flood in 1799. His journey to commercial success parallels the citys own ascent at the heart of the Industrial Revolution. In this captivating historical novel, Mrs. George Linnaeus Banks (née Isabella Varley) expertly intertwines fact and fiction, crafting a fast-paced narrative filled with rivalry, passion, and intrigue. Jabez finds himself caught in a fierce rivalry with his nemesis, Laurence Aspinall, all while vying for the affections of the beautiful Augusta Ashton—who can only love one of them. This entertaining fictional exploration of early 19th-century Manchester not only delights but also tackles significant issues surrounding womens choices and domestic violence. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    17 mins
  • 039 - Chapter XXXIX Like Father Like Son

    039 - Chapter XXXIX Like Father Like Son
    Feb 17 2026
    Step into the world of Jabez Clegg, the quintessential Manchester man, as he floats down the River Irk during a tumultuous flood in 1799. His journey to commercial success parallels the citys own ascent at the heart of the Industrial Revolution. In this captivating historical novel, Mrs. George Linnaeus Banks (née Isabella Varley) expertly intertwines fact and fiction, crafting a fast-paced narrative filled with rivalry, passion, and intrigue. Jabez finds himself caught in a fierce rivalry with his nemesis, Laurence Aspinall, all while vying for the affections of the beautiful Augusta Ashton—who can only love one of them. This entertaining fictional exploration of early 19th-century Manchester not only delights but also tackles significant issues surrounding womens choices and domestic violence. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    16 mins
  • 038 - Chapter XXXVIII Defeated

    038 - Chapter XXXVIII Defeated
    Feb 16 2026
    Step into the world of Jabez Clegg, the quintessential Manchester man, as he floats down the River Irk during a tumultuous flood in 1799. His journey to commercial success parallels the citys own ascent at the heart of the Industrial Revolution. In this captivating historical novel, Mrs. George Linnaeus Banks (née Isabella Varley) expertly intertwines fact and fiction, crafting a fast-paced narrative filled with rivalry, passion, and intrigue. Jabez finds himself caught in a fierce rivalry with his nemesis, Laurence Aspinall, all while vying for the affections of the beautiful Augusta Ashton—who can only love one of them. This entertaining fictional exploration of early 19th-century Manchester not only delights but also tackles significant issues surrounding womens choices and domestic violence. (Summary by Phil Benson)
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    17 mins
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