“Nay, nay!” said the Squire. “It’s not so easy to break one’s heart. Sometimes I’ve wished it were. But one has to go on living—‘all the appointed days,’ as is said in the Bible.”
Book:Wifes And Daughters
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 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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