Publisher's Synopsis
The Heart of John Middleton is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell, first published in 1850. The story revolves around the life of John Middleton, a wealthy and successful businessman who has been living a solitary life for many years. However, when he meets a young woman named Mary Barton, his life takes a dramatic turn.Mary Barton is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is struggling to make ends meet. She works hard to support her family, but her life is filled with hardship and struggle. When she meets John Middleton, she is immediately drawn to him and his kind and generous nature.As John and Mary's relationship deepens, they both begin to realize that they are meant to be together. However, there are many obstacles in their way, including John's past and his fear of commitment. Despite these challenges, they continue to pursue their love for each other, and eventually, they are able to overcome their differences and find happiness together.The Heart of John Middleton is a timeless love story that explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption. It is a beautifully written novel that will captivate readers with its rich characters, vivid descriptions, and powerful emotions. Elizabeth Gaskell's masterful storytelling and keen insight into human nature make this book a must-read for anyone who loves a good romance.My contempt for him almost equalled my hate. If I were avoiding return to a place which I thought to be a hell upon earth, think you I would have taken a quiet sleep under any man's roof till, somehow or another, I was secure. Now comes this man, and, with incontinence of tongue, blabs out the very thing he most should conceal, and then lies down to a good, quiet, snoring sleep. I looked again.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.
