Cranford (Annoted)
Cranford is a delightful and humorous novel that immerses readers in the quaint and idiosyncratic world of a small English town during the Victorian era. Elizabeth Gaskell paints a vivid portrait of Cranford, a community where tradition, social rituals, and the comical intricacies of daily life take center stage.

At the heart of the narrative is Mary Smith, an outsider and keen observer, who provides readers with a window into the lives of the town's residents, particularly its eccentric and strong-willed women. The novel unfolds through a series of vignettes, each capturing the charm, wit, and peculiarities of the characters who make up the fabric of Cranford.

Gaskell's narrative explores the dynamics of friendship, the nuances of societal expectations, and the resilience of a close-knit community in the face of societal changes. The author's sharp wit and keen insights into human nature create a story that is both heartwarming and humorous, offering a nostalgic and affectionate portrayal of a bygone era.

Cranford is a celebration of the ordinary and the extraordinary moments in life, with a cast of characters who, despite their quirks, endear themselves to readers. Through Gaskell's lens, the novel becomes a captivating exploration of the human spirit, community bonds, and the timeless elements of life that resonate across generations.

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Cranford (Annoted)
Cranford is a delightful and humorous novel that immerses readers in the quaint and idiosyncratic world of a small English town during the Victorian era. Elizabeth Gaskell paints a vivid portrait of Cranford, a community where tradition, social rituals, and the comical intricacies of daily life take center stage.

At the heart of the narrative is Mary Smith, an outsider and keen observer, who provides readers with a window into the lives of the town's residents, particularly its eccentric and strong-willed women. The novel unfolds through a series of vignettes, each capturing the charm, wit, and peculiarities of the characters who make up the fabric of Cranford.

Gaskell's narrative explores the dynamics of friendship, the nuances of societal expectations, and the resilience of a close-knit community in the face of societal changes. The author's sharp wit and keen insights into human nature create a story that is both heartwarming and humorous, offering a nostalgic and affectionate portrayal of a bygone era.

Cranford is a celebration of the ordinary and the extraordinary moments in life, with a cast of characters who, despite their quirks, endear themselves to readers. Through Gaskell's lens, the novel becomes a captivating exploration of the human spirit, community bonds, and the timeless elements of life that resonate across generations.

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Cranford (Annoted)

Cranford (Annoted)

by Elizabeth Gaskell
Cranford (Annoted)

Cranford (Annoted)

by Elizabeth Gaskell

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Overview

Cranford is a delightful and humorous novel that immerses readers in the quaint and idiosyncratic world of a small English town during the Victorian era. Elizabeth Gaskell paints a vivid portrait of Cranford, a community where tradition, social rituals, and the comical intricacies of daily life take center stage.

At the heart of the narrative is Mary Smith, an outsider and keen observer, who provides readers with a window into the lives of the town's residents, particularly its eccentric and strong-willed women. The novel unfolds through a series of vignettes, each capturing the charm, wit, and peculiarities of the characters who make up the fabric of Cranford.

Gaskell's narrative explores the dynamics of friendship, the nuances of societal expectations, and the resilience of a close-knit community in the face of societal changes. The author's sharp wit and keen insights into human nature create a story that is both heartwarming and humorous, offering a nostalgic and affectionate portrayal of a bygone era.

Cranford is a celebration of the ordinary and the extraordinary moments in life, with a cast of characters who, despite their quirks, endear themselves to readers. Through Gaskell's lens, the novel becomes a captivating exploration of the human spirit, community bonds, and the timeless elements of life that resonate across generations.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9782487116283
Publisher: Jason Nollan
Publication date: 11/28/2023
Pages: 262
Product dimensions: 5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.59(d)

About the Author

About The Author

Tremendously popular in her lifetime, the books of the English author Elizabeth Gaskell (1810-1865) have often been overshadowed by her contemporaries the Brontës and George Eliot. Yet the reputation of her long-neglected masterpiece Wives and Daughters continues to grow. Gaskell wrote six novels in all — of which North and South and Cranford remain two of the best known — as well as numerous short stories, novellas, and a biography of her great friend Charlotte Brontё.

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