Name: Wives and Daughters
SKU: 63897959
Price: 1167.00 TWD
Availability: InStock
Author: Elizabeth Gaskell
ISBN: 9789369070374

Type

Physical Book

Author

Elizabeth Gaskell

Publisher

Double 9 Books

Language

English

Pages

618

Format

Paperback

ISBN13

9789369070374

Wives and Daughters

Elizabeth Gaskell (Author) · Double 9 Books · Paperback

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Synopsis "Wives and Daughters"

"Wives and Daughters" centers around Molly Gibson, a young girl navigating her childhood, social class dynamics, and the complexities of love and friendship within the confines of the English aristocracy. The novel begins with Molly preparing for her first gala at Cumnor Towers, an exciting event that marks her entry into the world of the local elite. This early part of the narrative captures her youthful innocence and anticipation, particularly as she prepares to wear a bonnet she made herself. As the story progresses, Molly's interactions with her father and the influential figures in her community, such as Lord and Lady Cumnor, offer insights into the social structures and expectations that define her world. Her innocence and unguarded perspective highlight her as a character on the brink of personal growth, hinting at the relationships and emotional challenges she will face. Through Molly's experiences, the novel explores themes of love, societal roles, and the personal evolution of a young woman caught between childhood and adulthood.

Elizabeth Gaskell

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Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, née Stevenson (September 29, 1810 - November 12, 1865), often known simply as Mrs. Gaskell, was a Victorian era English novelist and short story writer. Her novels provide a detailed portrait of the lives of many social strata, including the very poor, and as such are of interest to social historians, as well as to literature lovers.

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