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Wives and Daughters
Originally published as a serial story, Wives and Daughters is told with an episodic narrative, following a young woman named Molly Gibson as she comes of age. Molly is the only child of a widowed doctor. Raised in an English provincial town, Molly’s childhood is filled with trips to aristocratic mansions and bonding experiences with her father. As she grows older however, men become more interested in her because of her attractive appearance. When Dr. Gibson discovers a creepy crush one of his apprentices has on his daughter, he sends her away to live with another family. Though she misses her father, Molly enjoys her life with the Hamley family. Treated as if she were their daughter, Molly grows very close with Mrs. Hamley and the youngest son, Roger. Meanwhile, as domestic drama unfolds at the Hamley’s, Dr. Gibson entertains the idea of remarrying. Thinking that another woman would have a good influence on Molly, Dr. Gibson decides to marry Miss Claire, who Molly had met once as a child. Though he had good intentions, Dr. Gibson was mistaken in his assumption that Molly and his new wife would get along. Already shy and a little awkward, Molly does her best to keep the peace, but feels that her stepmother is selfish and too social ambitious. Even though Molly misses living with the Hamley’s, she soon finds joy in her new homelife as she grows close to her stepsister, Cynthia, who has a nearly opposite personality compared to Molly. Despite their differences, Molly and Cynthia form a unique bond that they must nurture as they grow together, enduring the unfair social expectations of 19th century England.
With secret proposals, family drama, abusive men, and hurtful gossip, Wives and Daughters is a thrilling account of life as a woman in 19th century England. While Gaskell provides fascinating insight on home life and societal expectations during this period, Wives and Daughters also features strong and intriguing characters that have captured the hearts of readers for centuries.
Regarded as one of Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell’s most popular novels, this edition of Wives and Daughters features an eye-catching cover design and is printed in an easy-to-read font. With these accommodations, modern readers are able to experience this gripping classic with ease.
Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.
With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
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Wives and Daughters
Originally published as a serial story, Wives and Daughters is told with an episodic narrative, following a young woman named Molly Gibson as she comes of age. Molly is the only child of a widowed doctor. Raised in an English provincial town, Molly’s childhood is filled with trips to aristocratic mansions and bonding experiences with her father. As she grows older however, men become more interested in her because of her attractive appearance. When Dr. Gibson discovers a creepy crush one of his apprentices has on his daughter, he sends her away to live with another family. Though she misses her father, Molly enjoys her life with the Hamley family. Treated as if she were their daughter, Molly grows very close with Mrs. Hamley and the youngest son, Roger. Meanwhile, as domestic drama unfolds at the Hamley’s, Dr. Gibson entertains the idea of remarrying. Thinking that another woman would have a good influence on Molly, Dr. Gibson decides to marry Miss Claire, who Molly had met once as a child. Though he had good intentions, Dr. Gibson was mistaken in his assumption that Molly and his new wife would get along. Already shy and a little awkward, Molly does her best to keep the peace, but feels that her stepmother is selfish and too social ambitious. Even though Molly misses living with the Hamley’s, she soon finds joy in her new homelife as she grows close to her stepsister, Cynthia, who has a nearly opposite personality compared to Molly. Despite their differences, Molly and Cynthia form a unique bond that they must nurture as they grow together, enduring the unfair social expectations of 19th century England.
With secret proposals, family drama, abusive men, and hurtful gossip, Wives and Daughters is a thrilling account of life as a woman in 19th century England. While Gaskell provides fascinating insight on home life and societal expectations during this period, Wives and Daughters also features strong and intriguing characters that have captured the hearts of readers for centuries.
Regarded as one of Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell’s most popular novels, this edition of Wives and Daughters features an eye-catching cover design and is printed in an easy-to-read font. With these accommodations, modern readers are able to experience this gripping classic with ease.
Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.
With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
Originally published as a serial story, Wives and Daughters is told with an episodic narrative, following a young woman named Molly Gibson as she comes of age. Molly is the only child of a widowed doctor. Raised in an English provincial town, Molly’s childhood is filled with trips to aristocratic mansions and bonding experiences with her father. As she grows older however, men become more interested in her because of her attractive appearance. When Dr. Gibson discovers a creepy crush one of his apprentices has on his daughter, he sends her away to live with another family. Though she misses her father, Molly enjoys her life with the Hamley family. Treated as if she were their daughter, Molly grows very close with Mrs. Hamley and the youngest son, Roger. Meanwhile, as domestic drama unfolds at the Hamley’s, Dr. Gibson entertains the idea of remarrying. Thinking that another woman would have a good influence on Molly, Dr. Gibson decides to marry Miss Claire, who Molly had met once as a child. Though he had good intentions, Dr. Gibson was mistaken in his assumption that Molly and his new wife would get along. Already shy and a little awkward, Molly does her best to keep the peace, but feels that her stepmother is selfish and too social ambitious. Even though Molly misses living with the Hamley’s, she soon finds joy in her new homelife as she grows close to her stepsister, Cynthia, who has a nearly opposite personality compared to Molly. Despite their differences, Molly and Cynthia form a unique bond that they must nurture as they grow together, enduring the unfair social expectations of 19th century England.
With secret proposals, family drama, abusive men, and hurtful gossip, Wives and Daughters is a thrilling account of life as a woman in 19th century England. While Gaskell provides fascinating insight on home life and societal expectations during this period, Wives and Daughters also features strong and intriguing characters that have captured the hearts of readers for centuries.
Regarded as one of Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell’s most popular novels, this edition of Wives and Daughters features an eye-catching cover design and is printed in an easy-to-read font. With these accommodations, modern readers are able to experience this gripping classic with ease.
Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.
With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.
Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell (1810-1865) was an English author who wrote biographies, short stories, and novels. Because her work often depicted the lives of Victorian society, including the individual effects of the Industrial Revolution, Gaskell has impacted the fields of both literature and history. While Gaskell is now a revered author, she was criticized and overlooked during her lifetime, dismissed by other authors and critics because of her gender. However, after her death, Gaskell earned a respected legacy and is credited to have paved the way for feminist movements.
Table of Contents
I. THE DAWN OF A GALA DAY II. A NOVICE AMONGST THE GREAT FOLK III. MOLLY GIBSON'S CHILDHOOD IV. MR. GIBSON'S NEIGHBOURS V. CALF-LOVE VI. A VISIT TO THE HAMLEYS VII. FORESHADOWS OF LOVE PERILS VIII. DRIFTING INTO DANGER IX. THE WIDOWER AND THE WIDOW X. A CRISIS XI. MAKING FRIENDSHIP XII. PREPARING FOR THE WEDDING XIII. MOLLY GIBSON'S NEW FRIENDS XIV. MOLLY FINDS HERSELF PATRONISED XV. THE NEW MAMMA XVI. THE BRIDE AT HOME XVII. TROUBLE AT HAMLEY HALL XVIII. MR. OSBORNE'S SECRET XIX. CYNTHIA'S ARRIVAL XX. MRS. GIBSON'S VISITORS XXI. THE HALF-SISTERS XXII. THE OLD SQUIRE'S TROUBLES XXIII. OSBORNE HAMLEY REVIEWS HIS POSITION XXIV. MRS. GIBSON'S LITTLE DINNER XXV. HOLLINGFORD IN A BUSTLE XXVI. A CHARITY BALL XXVII. FATHER AND SONS XXVIII. RIVALRY XXIX. BUSH-FIGHTING XXX. OLD WAYS AND NEW WAYS XXXI. A PASSIVE COQUETTE XXXII. COMING EVENTS XXXIII. BRIGHTENING PROSPECTS XXXIV. A LOVER'S MISTAKE XXXV. THE MOTHER'S MANŒUVRE XXXVI. DOMESTIC DIPLOMACY XXXVII. A FLUKE, AND WHAT CAME OF IT XXXVIII. MR. KIRKPATRICK, Q.C. XXXIX. SECRET THOUGHTS OOZE OUT XL. MOLLY GIBSON BREATHES FREELY XLI. GATHERING CLOUDS XLII. THE STORM BURSTS XLIII. CYNTHIA'S CONFESSION XLIV. MOLLY GIBSON TO THE RESCUE XLV. CONFIDENCES XLVI. HOLLINGFORD GOSSIPS XLVII. SCANDAL AND ITS VICTIMS XLVIII. AN INNOCENT CULPRIT XLIX. MOLLY GIBSON FINDS A CHAMPION L. CYNTHIA AT BAY LI. "TROUBLES NEVER COME ALONE" LII. SQUIRE HAMLEY'S SORROW LIII. UNLOOKED-FOR ARRIVALS LIV. MOLLY GIBSON'S WORTH IS DISCOVERED LV. AN ABSENT LOVER RETURNS LVI. "OFF WITH THE OLD LOVE, AND ON WITH THE NEW" LVII. BRIDAL VISITS AND ADIEUX LVIII. REVIVING HOPES AND BRIGHTENING PROSPECTS LIX. MOLLY GIBSON AT HAMLEY HALL LX. ROGER HAMLEY'S CONFESSION CONCLUDING REMARKS [By the Editor of the "Cornhill Magazine."]