Tag Archives: Elizabeth Gaskell

North and South

Elizabeth Gaskell has written a lengthy (fictional) expose of life in mid-nineteenth century England in a mill town. Exploring the themes of poverty, class, snobbery, working unions, and personal integrity, she weaves the story of Margaret Hale and her genteel … Continue reading

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Fall Days

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”                                                         … Continue reading

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