This is a gripping story that covers so many themes – class systems, poverty, ambition, injustice, love, murder, and even a bit of a who-dunnit. It details the life of Mary Barton, from her poor background growing up with her hard working father, her relationships with her friends, the men in her life, and, […]
(3 votes, average: 4.33 out of 5)
Loading ...I really enjoyed this book, I had never heard of Elizabeth Gaskell until recently and was surprised to learn she even contributed stories to Charles Dicken’s publications. She doesn’t seem as well known as people like Jane Austen, but I can’t think why not as this novel was outstanding and I’ll definitely read her […]
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