Morton Hall (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169190979)

Morton Hall is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell, a renowned British author of the Victorian era. The book is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the lives of the residents of Morton Hall, a grand English country estate. The story follows the fortunes of the Hall's owners, the Arlingtons, who are struggling to maintain their status and wealth in the face of changing social and economic conditions. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and family relationships, as well as the tensions between tradition and modernity. The Arlingtons are shown to be a proud and aristocratic family, but they are also vulnerable to the pressures of the outside world. The arrival of a new governess, Miss Wilton, brings fresh energy and perspective to the household, but also threatens to upset the delicate balance of power.As the story unfolds, we see the characters grappling with issues of love, loyalty, and duty, as they try to navigate the complexities of their social world. There are moments of romance, intrigue, and betrayal, as well as moments of deep emotional insight and reflection. Overall, Morton Hall is a rich and nuanced portrait of Victorian society, full of memorable characters and compelling drama. It is a book that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction, as well as those who are interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of living in a rapidly changing world.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

Author: Elizabeth Gaskell
ISBN-10: 1169190979
ISBN-13: 9781169190979
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 38
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d