Gaskell’s “North and South” advocates for enlightened management-labor relations.
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Once Again, Finding My Family in Gaskell
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How Much Can Homer Shape a Life?
In “North and South,” Gaskell has a character argue against overselling the influence of the classics.
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Illness in 19th Century Lit
19th century literature is filled with images of illness. Reading it should make us grateful to the advances in medical science.
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