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North and South (Dover Books on Literature and Drama),Used
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A richly textured novel of romance and class conflict explores English social, political, religious, and cultural life during the midVictorian era, particularly in terms of the differences between the agricultural South and industrial North.A crisis of conscience uproots a clergyman's family from the pastoral beauty of the south, sending them to a dreary city in the industrial north. Margaret Hale is initially appalled by the unrefined town of Milton and its population of factory workers. But after befriending a local family, she develops a sense of sympathy for the struggles of the poor. The demands of Margaret's awakening social conscience are further challenged by her attraction to John Thornton, a selfmade man, and wealthy factory owner.Praised by Charles Dickens as an "admirable story, full of character and power," Elizabeth Gaskell's 1855 novel unfolds across the social divides of a changing world. The romance between the haughty but sensitive heroine and an intelligent, dynamic man of lower social status touches upon political, philosophical, and economic issues. An unflinching depiction of the bleak conditions of the working poor as well as a commentary on the midVictorian era's class conflicts, this richly textured tale raises timeless questions about the nature of social authority and protest.A RICHLY TEXTURED NOVEL North and South is a rich portrayal of Victorian England that brings to life its social, political, religious, and cultural values. Epic in scale and rich in detail with welldrawn characters and a powerful story, this novel is sure to captivate fans of historical fiction and romance alike. ROMANCE & CLASS CONFLICT Experience the passionate love story between a man of lower social status and a haughty, sensitive heroine. Encounter the social divides of a changing world as you explore the political, philosophical, and economic issues. VICTORIAN ERA Be transported back in time to experience all the drama and excitement of Victorian England. Peek into the private lives of the rich and powerful, and explore the culture of this fascinating period. AN UNFLINCHING DEPICTION OF THE POOR Gaskell doesn't shy away from depicting the bleak conditions of the working poor and their struggles in this commentary on class conflict. Gain a richer understanding of society during this time period through this richly layered tale. TIMELESS QUESTIONS RAISED This novel raises timeless questions about the nature of social authority and protest. Delve into the complex world of mid19th century England and explore the various forces at play in this provocative story.
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