Mrs. Gaskell Part 3

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

Feb 2025 · 문학일독

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Gaskell’s autobiographical writings reflect her personal experiences and social observations. In the preface to Mary Barton, she explains her intent to bridge understanding of the working-class struggles. She paints a vivid picture of social life in the 1830s, such as her portrayal of Edinburgh society. Her biographical writings about Charlotte Brontë reveal her connections to the literary world. Accounts of her visit to Haworth Vicarage and her descriptions of Brontë’s marriage and funeral are both poignant and detailed. In shorter extracts, Gaskell explores themes of virtue, compassion, and the values of life. Works like Virtue has its own Reward deliver moral lessons and reflect her religious and philosophical thinking. This section sheds light on Gaskell’s introspection and literary contributions, highlighting her warm and humanistic approach.

About the author

She was a 19th-century English novelist and biographer, best known for her works that address social issues and class conflicts during the Industrial Revolution. Gaskell was born on September 29, 1810, in London, and passed away on November 12, 1865. Gaskell gained recognition for her detailed and sensitive depictions of the hardships of workers and the social inequalities caused by industrialization in England. Her works often reflect a perspective supportive of social reform. Additionally, her novels explore a variety of themes, including religion, morality, human relationships, and the role of women, while maintaining a tone that is both warm and critical. Her major works include Mary Barton, North and South, Cranford, Wives and Daughters, and the biography The Life of Charlotte Brontë. Gaskell is widely known for her strong female characters and for her realistic portrayal of the societal changes of her time.

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