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Quote by Elizabeth Gaskell

“It is odd enough to see how the entrance of a person of the opposite sex into an assemblage of either men or women calms down the little discordances and the disturbance of mood.”

Quote by Elizabeth Gaskell

Work

Wifes And Daughters

This novel delves into the personal and societal challenges faced by women during the Victorian era, focusing on the lives of two sisters and their relationships with men and each other. more

Author

Elizabeth Gaskell
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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