Publisher's Synopsis
Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford is a literary classic that was first published in 1905. This book, written by Franklin T. Baker, provides a complete description of the novel and its significance in English literature. The story is set in the fictional town of Cranford in the early 19th century and follows the lives of a group of middle-aged and elderly women who live in the town. The novel explores themes such as social class, gender roles, and the changing world of Victorian England. The characters in Cranford are charming and endearing, and the book is known for its witty and humorous tone. Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford is a must-read for anyone interested in classic English literature and the Victorian era.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.