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Sinopsis

Elizabeth Gaskell's North and South is a sweeping social novel that explores the contrasts between rural gentility and the industrial North of England during the nineteenth century. It follows Margaret Hale, a young woman forced to leave her quiet southern home for the bustling, smoke-filled city of Milton. There she encounters the harsh realities of factory life, as well as the determined mill owner, John Thornton.What begins as a clash of values and temperaments slowly develops into a profound relationship, reflecting larger conflicts between labor and capital, tradition and progress. Gaskell's rich portrayal of working-class struggles, strikes, and social inequality grounds the novel in the pressing debates of the Industrial Revolution.Blending romance with sharp social commentary, North and South is both a compelling love story and a vivid portrait of Victorian society. It remains one of Gaskell's most beloved works, admired for its balance of human emotion and thoughtful reflection on class and change.

Duración: alrededor de 20 horas (19:34:25)
Fecha de publicación: 06/10/2025; Unabridged; Copyright Year: 2025. Copyright Statment: —

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