Ruth is a book by Elizabeth Gaskell, first published in three volumes in 1853.
Ruth is a young orphan girl working in a respected sweatshop for the overworked Mrs Mason. She is selected to go to a ball to repair torn dresses. At the ball she meets the aristocratic Henry Bellingham, a rake figure who is instantly attracted to her. They meet again by chance and form a secret friendship; on an outing together they are spotted by Mrs Mason who, fearing for her shop's reputation, dismisses Ruth.
This edition has been formatted for your NOOK, with an active table of contents. This edition has also been annotated, with additional information about North and South and also Elizabeth Gaskell, including an overview, plot, theme, characters, literary significance, biographical and bibliographical information.
