The Road to Wigan Pier

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Set against the backdrop of 1936, George Orwell embarks on a two-month journey through the industrial north of England to witness the harsh realities faced by the working-class poor. Visiting cities like Manchester, Wigan, and Liverpool, he meticulously documents his experiences and observations in a diary. This expedition serves as the foundation for a pivotal piece of literary reportage, highlighting social injustices and the struggles of the laboring class during a tumultuous period in British history.