{"product_id":"2026100000085-secondhand-hard-times","title":"Hard Times","description":"\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Charles Dickens\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardback\u003cbr\u003ePublished: Heron Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good\u003cbr\u003eJacket: N\/A\u003cbr\u003ePages: Yellowed\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis classic Victorian novel, Hard Times, chronicles the stark realities of industrial society through the lives of its inhabitants in the fictional Coketown. Charles Dickens masterfully illustrates the dehumanizing effects of utilitarian philosophy and the rigid, fact-based education system prevalent during the era. The narrative presents a poignant critique of social inequalities and the suppression of imagination and emotion. With sharp wit and profound insight, the story argues for the enduring power of compassion and human connection amidst the harshness of progress. It remains a powerful and relevant commentary on the balance between practicality and the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48226323824859,"sku":"2026100000085-SECONDHAND","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/b02c93f6-50b6-46e1-b704-0da1af326a5e.png?v=1770353365","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100000085-secondhand-hard-times","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}