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A classic tale in which a woman almost marries a violent man, and reflects on her choices in life.

Half A Lifetime Ago is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell that tells the story of a woman named Milly Barton. Milly is a young woman who falls in love with a man named Edward Wilkins, but their love is cut short when Edward leaves for India. Milly is heartbroken and eventually marries... Read Full Overview

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell 29 September 1810 - 12 November 1865), often referred to as Mrs Gaskell, was an English novelist, biographer, and short story writer. Her novels offer a detailed portrait of the lives of many strata of Victorian society, including the very poor, and... Read Full Overview

Elizabeth Gaskell was a popular novelist during her time, known for crafting books that show clearly the class divide. In this short story, Susan reflects back on the life that made her into the woman she now is.

Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, (29 September 1810 - 12 November 1865), often referred to as Mrs. Gaskell, was an English novelist and short story writer. Her novels offer a detailed portrait of the lives of many strata of Victorian society, including the very poor, and are of interest... Read Full Overview

Half A Lifetime Ago is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell that was first published in 1855. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Milly Barton, who, after being orphaned at a young age, is taken in by her uncle and aunt. Milly grows up in a strict and repressive... Read Full Overview

Half a Life-time Ago is a classic English story by Elizabeth Gaskell. Half a life-time ago, there lived in one of the Westmoreland dales a single woman, of the name of Susan Dixon. She was owner of the small farm-house where she resided, and of some thirty or forty acres of land... Read Full Overview

"Half a Life Time Ago" from Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell. British novelist and short story writer during the Victorian era (1810-1865).

Half A Lifetime Ago is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell, originally published in 1855. The story follows the life of Mr. Wilkins, a wealthy and respected businessman, who is haunted by a secret from his past that threatens to destroy his reputation and his family's happiness... Read Full Overview