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North and South (Oxford World's Classics)
 

North and South (Oxford World's Classics)

by Elizabeth Gaskell

Mary Gaskell's North and South examines the nature of social authority and obedience and provides an insightful description of the role of middle class women in nineteenth century society. Through the story of Margaret Hale, a southerner who moves to the northern industrial town of Milton, Gaskell skillfully explores issues of class and gender, as Margaret's sympathy for the town mill workers... (read more)

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Paddy J
  • Rated 4 stars

“I am a fan of Jane Austen and wanted to try Gaskell as she was constantly compared to Austen. I started off with Cranford but abandoned it half way. But i should say I really liked North and South. I think Gaskell did a great job bringing to life the life of the working poor, mill owners in the 1800s. One could see Manchester as the inspiration for the city of Milton. I didnt like the abrupt ending though and it disappointed me. She is not Jane Austen but that is not to say she is worse. I...”

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  • saudah

    saudah said:

    “The riot is in chapter 22.”

    posted Tuesday, February 27 2007
  • Samah

    samah said:

    “Feminine Frailty/Power

    Hi All! I don't have my copy of N & S handy, so I was wondering if anyone remembered the scene where Margaret puts herself in front of John at the rally and Gaskell comments on the power of her frailty, or something to that effect. If someone could tell me what chapter that's in, I could look it up on Googlebooks. Thanks so much”

    posted Tuesday, February 27 2007
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