“Dixon was not unconscious of this awed reverence which was given to her; nor did she dislike it; it flattered her as much as Louis the Fourteenth was flattered by his courtiers shading their eyes from the dazzling light of his presence.”
Elizabeth Gaskell's classic novel delves into the lives of Margaret Hale and her family as they relocate from the North to the industrialized South of England. The story examines themes of social reform, class struggle, and personal growth amidst the backdrop of the burgeoning industrial revolution. more
Elizabeth Gaskell was a British novelist born on September 29, 1810, in Manchester. Her works primarily depicted the social life of Britain during the Industrial Revolution, focusing on the lives of the working class. Gaskell is renowned for her delicate emotional portrayal and profound social insight, with notable works including 'Mary Barton' and 'North and South'. more
“Respect. Have it not only for others, but also for yourself.”
“...he considered respect for one's given word as a wealth that should not be squandered.”
“With your lunch box, do not forget to carry courtesy, respect, and gratitude from home!”
“If you don't accept and respect your suffering, it isn't going anywhere.”
“If success is the destination, failure is the only map worth drawing.”
“All I can give you is nothin except respect only if you could digest it with no suspect.”