Victorian Short Stories

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The story follows Mr. and Mrs. Openshaw as they move from Manchester to London, where Mr. Openshaw takes on the role of supervisor for a new warehouse. He is intrigued by the city and its culture, yet harbors a mix of curiosity and disdain for its residents, whom he perceives as superficial and aristocratic. This tension between his provincial background and the metropolitan lifestyle sets the stage for exploration and self-discovery in a rapidly changing environment.