# How does The Cloven Foot develop the theme of Provincial vs. Urban Life?

> The Cloven Foot by M. E. Braddon

## Answer

The Cloven Foot by M. E. Braddon develops Provincial vs. Urban Life across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The story contrasts the idyllic, gossip-ridden Devonshire village of Hazlehurst with the corrupt, vibrant world of London and Paris, where characters like Edward Clare and John Treverton seek fortune or escape.

Edward contrasts the dull but familiar Devonshire village life with the smoke-tainted, greedy streets of London, finding comfort in being 'somebody' in the country.

The contrast between Laura's childhood at the cottage in Chiswick and the oppressive, monumental atmosphere of her aunt's London house is highlighted.

## Evidence

- [xxiii-in-the-meanwhile-the-skies-gan-rumble-sore](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_cloven_foot_se/chapters/xxiii-in-the-meanwhile-the-skies-gan-rumble-sore.md): Edward contrasts the dull but familiar Devonshire village life with the smoke-tainted, greedy streets of London, finding comfort in being 'somebody' in the country.
- [xliii-an-old-lady-s-diary](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_cloven_foot_se/chapters/xliii-an-old-lady-s-diary.md): The contrast between Laura's childhood at the cottage in Chiswick and the oppressive, monumental atmosphere of her aunt's London house is highlighted.

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