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Wives and Daughters

Wives and Daughters

Elizabeth Gaskell

Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2017
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Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, n e Stevenson (29 September 1810 - 12 November 1865), often referred to simply as Mrs Gaskell, was a British novelist and short story writer during the Victorian era. Her novels offer a detailed portrait of the lives of many strata of society, including the very poor, and are of interest to social historians as well as lovers of literature. Gaskell was also the first to write a biography of Charlotte Bronte, The Life of Charlotte Bronte, which was published in 1857.
Mary Barton

Mary Barton

Elizabeth Gaskell

Stonehouse Publishing
2018
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"I had always felt a deep sympathy with the care-worn men, who looked as if doomed to struggle through their lives in strange alternations between work and want..." -Elizabeth Gaskell
North and South (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)
Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket When Margaret Hale moves from her idyllic southern home to the smoky, bustling town of Milton, she's thrust into a world of gritty factories, class tension, and raw human struggle. In this industrial battleground, she clashes with John Thornton, a proud mill owner whose fierce drive masks a deeper complexity. As Margaret witnesses the harsh lives of Milton's workers and grapples with her growing fascination for Thornton, her convictions are tested in ways she never imagined. Caught between compassion and conflict, she must navigate a society on the brink of change-and her own heart in turmoil.North and South offers a vivid portrait of England's industrial revolution, capturing the clash between traditional rural life and the harsh realities of urban industry. Elizabeth Gaskell dives into the conflicts between mill workers and owners, exploring class struggles, workers' rights, and social reform. Through Margaret Hale and John Thornton, Gaskell presents a nuanced view of both sides of the industrial divide, challenging readers to consider empathy and understanding in polarized times. The novel remains a powerful exploration of social justice, individual growth, and the complexities of change in a rapidly modernizing world.
Cranford (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)
Collector's Edition Laminated Hardback with Jacket Behind the seemingly peaceful facade of Cranford lies a world of lively gossip, unexpected twists, and unforgettable characters. In this charming village, a group of strong-willed women rule the roost, bound by tradition and an unwavering devotion to each other. As secrets bubble to the surface and new arrivals shake things up, the women find themselves grappling with change, love, and the passage of time. Through their intertwined lives, Cranford explores the beauty and complexities of small-town existence, where nothing is ever as simple as it seems.Cranford offers a vivid portrayal of Victorian England, shedding light on the lives of women navigating societal expectations and changing times. Through its depiction of small-town life, the novel reveals the delicate balance between tradition and progress during a period of rapid social transformation. Gaskell's exploration of gender roles, class, and the impact of industrialization makes Cranford a valuable historical document, reflecting both the challenges and resilience of its era. Its timeless themes continue to resonate, offering a window into the complexities of Victorian society and the evolving role of women.
Marie Barton: Roman Anglais

Marie Barton: Roman Anglais

Elizabeth Gaskell

Hachette Livre - BNF
2017
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Marie Barton: roman anglais / Mrs Gaskell; traduit avec l'autorisation de l'auteur par Mlle MorelDate de l'edition originale: 1882Ce livre est la reproduction fidele d'une oeuvre publiee avant 1920 et fait partie d'une collection de livres reimprimes a la demande editee par Hachette Livre, dans le cadre d'un partenariat avec la Bibliotheque nationale de France, offrant l'opportunite d'acceder a des ouvrages anciens et souvent rares issus des fonds patrimoniaux de la BnF.Les oeuvres faisant partie de cette collection ont ete numerisees par la BnF et sont presentes sur Gallica, sa bibliotheque numerique.En entreprenant de redonner vie a ces ouvrages au travers d'une collection de livres reimprimes a la demande, nous leur donnons la possibilite de rencontrer un public elargi et participons a la transmission de connaissances et de savoirs parfois difficilement accessibles.Nous avons cherche a concilier la reproduction fidele d'un livre ancien a partir de sa version numerisee avec le souci d'un confort de lecture optimal. Nous esperons que les ouvrages de cette nouvelle collection vous apporteront entiere satisfaction.Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur www.hachettebnf.fr
Cranford(Illustrated)

Cranford(Illustrated)

Elizabeth Gaskell

Micheal Smith
2025
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Illustrated Edition: Includes 20 beautiful illustrations that bring the quaint town of Cranford to vivid life.Enhanced Features: Contains a detailed summary, a comprehensive list of characters, and a biography of Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, enriching your reading experience.Cranford: A Delightful Journey into the Heart of Victorian EnglandDive into the charming world of "Cranford", where the small eccentricities of daily life paint a rich tapestry of community spirit in an English village. Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell's masterpiece is both a witty commentary on female friendship and an insightful look into a society resisting the relentless march of progress.In the quiet town of Cranford, we meet the endearing Miss Matty Jenkyns and her circle of friends who navigate the trials and tribulations of Victorian life with a blend of humor, resilience, and grace. From the high-spirited social gatherings to the poignant personal struggles, Gaskell captures the essence of an era with a perfect blend of irony and warmth.This illustrated edition brings each chapter to life with stunning visuals, complementing Gaskell's vivid storytelling. With the addition of a thoughtful summary, an extensive character list, and an insightful biography of the author, this version of "Cranford" is a must-have for both newcomers and seasoned Gaskell fans. Experience the joys, sorrows, and surprises of Cranford as you've never seen them before. Join us in celebrating a timeless classic that continues to captivate and inspire readers around the world.This description highlights the unique features of your edition and sets the tone for what readers can expect, making it a compelling addition to any bookshelf.
Les Amoureux de Sylvia

Les Amoureux de Sylvia

Elizabeth Gaskell

BoD - Books on Demand
2024
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"Les Amoureux de Sylvia" est un roman captivant d'Elizabeth Gaskell, qui plonge le lecteur dans une histoire d'amour complexe et mouvante. Situ dans le nord de l'Angleterre au XIXe si cle, le r cit suit Sylvia Robson, une jeune femme belle et d termin e, tiraill e entre deux pr tendants. Charley Kinraid, un s duisant harponneur, fait battre son coeur avec passion, tandis que son cousin Philip Hepburn, plus r serv , nourrit pour elle un amour sinc re et profond. travers ce triangle amoureux, Gaskell explore les th mes de la loyaut , du sacrifice et des choix d chirants qui fa onnent le destin de ses personnages. Le roman est riche en descriptions vocatrices du paysage rural anglais et des coutumes locales, offrant une immersion totale dans l' poque victorienne. La tension dramatique s'intensifie mesure que Sylvia doit faire face des dilemmes moraux et des v nements tragiques qui bouleversent sa vie. Gaskell d peint avec finesse les complexit s des relations humaines, tout en critiquant subtilement les normes sociales de son temps.
Cousine Phillis

Cousine Phillis

Elizabeth Gaskell

BoD - Books on Demand
2024
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Cousine Phillis d'Elizabeth Gaskell est une nouvelle captivante qui explore les th mes de l'amour, de l'innocence et du changement dans l'Angleterre rurale du XIXe si cle. L'histoire est narr e par Paul Manning, un jeune homme qui d couvre la vie la ferme de ses cousins, les Holman. Paul fait la connaissance de sa cousine Phillis, une jeune fille d'une beaut et d'une intelligence remarquables. lev e dans un environnement pastoral et prot g , Phillis incarne l'innocence et la puret . Sa vie simple est rythm e par les travaux de la ferme et ses tudes classiques sous la tutelle de son p re, le R v rend Holman. L'arriv e de l'ing nieur canadien Edward Holdsworth bouleverse cet quilibre. Holdsworth, charg de superviser la construction d'une nouvelle ligne de chemin de fer, symbolise le progr s et la modernit . Il se lie d'amiti avec Paul et fr quente r guli rement la ferme des Holman. Phillis, fascin e par les connaissances et le charme de Holdsworth, tombe secr tement amoureuse de lui. Cependant, Holdsworth part brusquement pour le Canada sans se rendre compte des sentiments de Phillis. Cette derni re, confront e son premier chagrin d'amour, lutte silencieusement avec ses motions. La nouvelle culmine avec le retour inattendu de Holdsworth, mari une Canadienne. Cette r v lation plonge Phillis dans une profonde d tresse, marquant la fin de son innocence et son entr e douloureuse dans l' ge adulte. Gaskell d peint avec finesse l' volution psychologique de ses personnages et le choc entre tradition et modernit . Cousine Phillis offre un portrait touchant de la vie rurale anglaise l'aube de l' re industrielle.
L'Oeuvre d'une nuit de mai

L'Oeuvre d'une nuit de mai

Elizabeth Gaskell

BoD - Books on Demand
2024
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L'Oeuvre d'une nuit de mai d'Elizabeth Gaskell est une nouvelle envo tante qui transporte le lecteur dans l'Angleterre victorienne. L'histoire se d roule dans un petit village paisible, o la monotonie est soudainement bris e par l'arriv e d'un jeune artiste talentueux mais tourment , nomm Philip. Une nuit de mai, alors que Philip erre dans les rues d sertes, il fait la rencontre fortuite d'une myst rieuse jeune femme, Eleanor. Cette derni re, d'une beaut th r e et d'une gr ce captivante, devient instantan ment la muse tant recherch e par l'artiste. Inspir par sa pr sence, Philip entreprend de peindre son chef-d'oeuvre, travaillant avec une fr n sie cr atrice jusqu' l'aube. Au fil de la nuit, une connexion profonde se tisse entre les deux personnages. Eleanor partage avec Philip des fragments de son pass nigmatique, tandis que l'artiste lui confie ses aspirations et ses doutes. Leur change, empreint de po sie et de m lancolie, r v le les complexit s de l' me humaine et la fragilit des r ves. Cependant, l'approche du jour, Eleanor dispara t aussi myst rieusement qu'elle est apparue, laissant Philip avec une toile inachev e et le coeur empli de questions. L'artiste se retrouve alors confront un dilemme: achever l'oeuvre de m moire ou accepter l' ph m re beaut de cette rencontre nocturne. Gaskell tisse habilement une intrigue o r alit et r ve s'entrem lent, questionnant la nature de l'inspiration artistique et le pouvoir transformateur d'une seule nuit. La nouvelle explore avec finesse les th mes de la cr ativit , de la solitude de l'artiste et de la qu te de sens dans un monde en constante volution. L'Oeuvre d'une nuit de mai est un bijou litt raire qui captive par sa prose l gante et son atmosph re onirique. Gaskell parvient cr er un microcosme riche en motions et en r flexions, offrant une m ditation profonde sur l'art, l'amour et la fugacit du temps.
Cranford

Cranford

Elizabeth Gaskell

Alicia Editions
2024
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A Masterpiece of Victorian Literature, Beautifully Illustrated by Hugh Thomson.Welcome to the quaint and charming world of Cranford, a small English village where the lives of its genteel residents are woven together in a tapestry of tradition, wit, and quiet resilience. Written by the beloved Victorian author Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, this book captures the essence of 19th-century rural life with a delightful blend of humor and keen social observation. The lively freshness of the writing makes it incredible that it was written in the 1850s.This special edition is a true collector's treasure, featuring over 80 exquisite drawings by the renowned illustrator Hugh Thomson. Thomson's delicate and evocative illustrations bring Gaskell's characters and settings vividly to life, enhancing the reader's immersion into the delightful and sometimes poignant episodes of Cranford society.Join Miss Matty, Miss Pole, and their circle of friends as they navigate the challenges and joys of daily life, all while maintaining the decorum and propriety that define their world. It is simply a well-written, enjoyable read, and if you enjoy Eliot, Austen, Trollope-hesitate no more. Gaskell's masterful storytelling, coupled with Thomson's enchanting artwork, makes this edition of "Cranford" a timeless addition to any library.Discover the charm of Cranford, where every page is a doorway to a gentler, more graceful time.
Cranford

Cranford

Elizabeth Gaskell

Alicia Editions
2024
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A Masterpiece of Victorian Literature, Beautifully Illustrated by Hugh Thomson.Welcome to the quaint and charming world of Cranford, a small English village where the lives of its genteel residents are woven together in a tapestry of tradition, wit, and quiet resilience. Written by the beloved Victorian author Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, this book captures the essence of 19th-century rural life with a delightful blend of humor and keen social observation. The lively freshness of the writing makes it incredible that it was written in the 1850s.This special edition is a true collector's treasure, featuring over 80 exquisite drawings by the renowned illustrator Hugh Thomson. Thomson's delicate and evocative illustrations bring Gaskell's characters and settings vividly to life, enhancing the reader's immersion into the delightful and sometimes poignant episodes of Cranford society.Join Miss Matty, Miss Pole, and their circle of friends as they navigate the challenges and joys of daily life, all while maintaining the decorum and propriety that define their world. It is simply a well-written, enjoyable read, and if you enjoy Eliot, Austen, Trollope-hesitate no more. Gaskell's masterful storytelling, coupled with Thomson's enchanting artwork, makes this edition of "Cranford" a timeless addition to any library.Discover the charm of Cranford, where every page is a doorway to a gentler, more graceful time.
North And South(Illustrated)

North And South(Illustrated)

Elizabeth Gaskell

Micheal Smith
2024
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Illustrated edition: This special edition of North and South includes beautiful illustrations, a detailed summary, an insightful author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters.North and South, first published in 1854, is a compelling social novel that explores the stark contrasts between the industrial North and the rural South of England during the Victorian era. The story follows Margaret Hale, a strong-willed and compassionate young woman who relocates from her idyllic southern home to the smoky, industrial town of Milton in the North. There, she encounters the harsh realities of factory life, class struggles, and the tension between mill owners and workers. At the heart of the novel is her evolving relationship with John Thornton, a self-made mill owner whose values and worldview initially clash with Margaret's.Elizabeth Gaskell masterfully weaves together themes of class conflict, industrialization, gender roles, and romance in this rich narrative. Through Margaret's eyes, readers witness the human side of the industrial revolution and the transformative power of empathy and understanding.This illustrated edition enhances Gaskell's vivid portrayal of the North-South divide with stunning visuals that bring the characters and setting to life. It also includes a concise summary of the novel, an informative biography of Elizabeth Gaskell, and a character list to guide readers through the novel's intricate social dynamics. Ideal for fans of classic literature, social commentary, and romantic drama.