North And South

Book Code: 1111009507854

Elizabeth C. Gaskell

ABOUT THE BOOK

"North and South," a social novel by Elizabeth Gaskell published in 1854–55, stands among her most renowned works, along with "Wives and Daughters" (1865) and "Cranford" (1853). Originally titled after the heroine, Margaret Hale, Gaskell acceded to Charles Dickens' preference for "North and South." Set in the fictional industrial town of Milton, the novel explores the clash between mill owners and workers during the Industrial Revolution, depicting the complexities of labor relations and Margaret Hale's evolving understanding.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell (1810–1865) was an English novelist, biographer, and short story writer, depicted detailed portraits of Victorian society, particularly the poor. Her notable works include "Mary Barton" (1848) and "The Life of Charlotte Brontë" (1857), the first biography of Charlotte Brontë. Gaskell's novels, such as "Cranford" (1851–1853) and "North and South" (1854–1855), offer insightful glimpses into societal strata and were adapted by the BBC.