Local government is a vital frontline defense against humanity's enemies, including sickness, poverty, and ignorance. The story follows six public servants working for a typical county council, weaving their personal dramas beneath the surface. The narrative explores how a public life impacts private life and how a person's personal struggles shape their public persona. Set in Yorkshire, the story unfolds amidst corruption, intrigue, and romance, as a country squire, whose wife is institutionalized, becomes drawn to a passionate schoolmistress.
South Riding
In a world where local governments are the primary safeguard against humanity's most pressing concerns, including disease, poverty, and ignorance.
