In 'Son Christopher,' Harriet Martineau masterfully weaves a fictional narrative within a richly detailed setting, evoking the rugged beauty of Dorsetshire against the backdrop of the 19th-century English gentry. Published in the acclaimed 'Once a Week' magazine, Martineau's tale captivates with its poignant examination of familial and societal norms. The story unfolds within Squire Battiscombe's ...