Mary Barton: A Tale of Manchester Life

Language: English. About The Book: "Mary Barton: A Tale of Manchester Life" (1848) is a novel penned by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell. The narrative unfolds in the 19th-century industrial city of Manchester, portraying the life of Mary Barton, a young woman residing with her father, a factory worker. Mary grapples with a romantic dilemma between Jem Wilson, a fellow worker, and Harry Carson, the affluent mill owner's son. When Harry is murdered, Jem faces accusations, prompting Mary to choose between clearing his name and safeguarding her reputation. The novel delves into themes of social class, poverty, and the working class's challenges during the Industrial Revolution, offering a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the harsh realities of a rapidly changing society. About The Author: Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell (1810–1865), known as Mrs Gaskell, was an English novelist, biographer, and short story writer. Her novels provide intricate portraits of various Victorian societal strata, encompassing the impoverished. "Mary Barton" (1848) marked her debut novel. Her notable novels include "Cranford" (1851–1853), "North and South" (1854–1855), and "Wives and Daughters" (1864–1866). The Title 'Mary Barton: A Tale of Manchester Life written/authored/edited by Mrs. Gaskell', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121284479 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 435 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Classic Fiction. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 435. …