Morton Hall

By Elizabeth Gaskell

Book Overview

Morton Hall is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell, a prominent Victorian era author. The story is set in the English countryside and revolves around the lives of the residents of Morton Hall, a grand estate owned by the Arlingtons. The novel explores themes of love, family, class, and social expectations.The main character of the story is Miss Arlington, the daughter of the wealthy Arlington family. She is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to live life on her own terms despite the strict social conventions of her time. Miss Arlington falls in love with a young man named Mr. Wynter, who is from a lower social class. Their love story is complicated by the expectations of their respective families and the rigid social hierarchy of Victorian England.As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a cast of fascinating characters, including the Arlingtons' loyal servants, the scheming Lady Arlingtons, and the enigmatic Mr. Wynter. The novel is filled with twists and turns as the characters navigate the complexities of their relationships and the challenges of their social status.Morton Hall is a captivating tale that offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian England. Gaskell's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and her nuanced portrayal of the characters make this novel a must-read for fans of classic literature.It serves me right, ' she said. 'I wedded one of my father's enemies; one of those who would have hunted the old man to death. I gave my father's enemy house and lands, when he came as a beggar to my door; I followed my wicked, wayward heart in this, instead of minding my dying father's words. Strike again, and avenge him yet more 'This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419135309
• ISBN13: 9781419135309
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.6" x 9.2"