Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

The Grey Woman and other Tales (eBook, ePUB)

Uncovering dark secrets in Victorian tales

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Grey Woman and Other Tales," Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell showcases a collection of haunting narratives that delve into the complexities of Victorian society, gender dynamics, and moral dilemmas. The titular story presents a compelling Gothic atmosphere, enriched by Gaskell's elegant prose and intricate character development. Through vivid imagery and a suspenseful pace, she not only entertains but also engages with contemporary themes of domestic confinement and personal agency, setting her tales within the broader context of the 19th-century literary tradition of ghost stories and moral allegory. Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, a prominent novelist and chronicler of her time, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a mother, a social reformer, and a keen observer of the human condition. Living through a period of rapid industrialization and societal change, Gaskell's works often reflect her commitment to social justice and empathy for the plight of the marginalized, particularly women. Her connections with other literary figures, such as Charles Dickens, further influenced her writing style, blending realism with the supernatural to profound effect. This collection is an essential read for those interested in Victorian literature, as Gaskell deftly intertwines suspense with poignant social commentary. "The Grey Woman and Other Tales" invites readers to explore the darker corners of human experience and societal norms, making it indispensable for scholars and casual readers alike.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 570
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664653642
• Artikelnr.: 58447951

Autorenporträt

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, also known as Mrs. Gaskell, was an English author, historian, and short story writer who lived from 29 September 1810 to 12 November 1865. The very poor and other members of Victorian society are all depicted in great detail in her novels. Both readers of literature and social historians will find her work interesting. In 1848, Mary Barton, her debut book, was released. The earliest biography of Charlotte Bront was Gaskell's The Life of Charlotte Bront, which was released in 1857. She only covered the moral, sophisticated portions of Bronte's life in her biography; the rest was left out because, in her opinion, some of the obscenity details should be kept out of public view. The BBC has adapted each of Gaskell's most well-known novels for television, including Cranford, North and South (1854-55), and Wives and Daughters (1865). Gaskell wrote to Charles Dickens at the beginning of 1850 seeking his guidance on how to help a girl named Pasley whom she had visited in prison. Ruth's title character had a model thanks to Pasley in 1853. Her remaining books, Cranford (1853), North and South (1854), and Wives and Daughters (1855), are the most well-known (1865). She gained notoriety for her writing, particularly for her ghost stories.