“It seemed as though he gave way all at once; he was so languid that he could not control his thoughts; they would wander to her; they would bring back the scene,- not of his repulse and rejection the day before but the looks, the actions of the day before that. He went along the crowded streets mechanically, winding in and out among the people, but never seeing them, -almost sick with longing for that one half-hour-that one brief space of time when she clung to him, and her heart beat against his-to come once again.”
Quote by Elizabeth Gaskell
Work
The Complete Works of Elizabeth Gaskell (20+ Books)
The Complete Works of Elizabeth Gaskell encompasses novels, short stories, and biographies, featuring classic titles such as 'Mary Barton,' 'North and South,' and 'Wives and Daughters.' It provides a comprehensive overview of Gaskell's writing style and thematic concerns. more
Author
Elizabeth Gaskell
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
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