Name: Cranford - Elizabeth Gaskell
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Cranford – Elizabeth Gaskell

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“Cranford” is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, published in 1853. The story revolves around the lives of the inhabitants of Cranford, a small English town dominated by gentlewomen. The novel follows the experiences of Mary Smith, the narrator, as she visits her friend Miss Matty Jenkyns and becomes immersed in the town’s social dynamics. Through Mary’s observations, the novel explores the relationships, quirks, and social conventions of Cranford’s residents. Condition: Excellent

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“Cranford” is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, published in 1853. The story revolves around the lives of the inhabitants of Cranford, a small English town dominated by gentlewomen.

The novel follows the experiences of Mary Smith, the narrator, as she visits her friend Miss Matty Jenkyns and becomes immersed in the town’s social dynamics. Through Mary’s observations, the novel explores the relationships, quirks, and social conventions of Cranford’s residents.

With wit and warmth, Gaskell portrays the gentlewomen’s struggles to maintain dignity and gentility despite limited financial means. The novel offers a gentle satire of the town’s social hierarchies and explores themes of friendship, kindness, and community. Through its characters and their stories, “Cranford” presents a charming and nuanced portrayal of small-town life in 19th-century England.