Mrs. Gaskell

Name: Mrs. Gaskell
Author: Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

By Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

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The volume opens with a portrait, an introductory overview, and a chronological calendar of events, then collects poems, sketches, and essays alongside extended consideration of the novelist's major fiction. Selections are grouped under Poetry, Novels, and Stories, presenting social-issue writings, humorous and descriptive sketches, autobiographical fragments, and biographical notices of contemporaries, with illustrative extracts and critical commentary. Readers encounter sketches among the poor, discussions of social questions, domestic narratives, and reminiscences about Charlotte Brontë, all arranged to illuminate both creative output and personal life.

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Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell (1810-1865) was a prominent English novelist and short story writer known for her keen social commentary and vivid characterizations. Her works often explore the complexities of Victorian society, particularly the struggles of the working class. Gaskell's notable novels include "Mary Barton," which addresses the plight of the industrial poor, and "North and South," a tale of class conflict set against the backdrop of the industrial revolution. Additionally, her beloved work "Cranford" offers a charming portrayal of life in a small English town. Gaskell's literary contributions have left a lasting impact on English literature, making her a significant figure in the Victorian literary landscape.