Short stories (Early works 1837-1852)

010 - Bessy's Troubles at Home

Dive into the enchanting world of Elizabeth Gaskells early short stories, a captivating collection that showcases her literary prowess. Following the success of her novel Mary Barton in 1848, Gaskell contributed numerous short works to Charles Dickenss Household Words magazine between 1850 and 1858. Her earlier tales found homes in various notable publications, including Blackwood’s Edinburgh Magazine (featuring Sketches among the Poor), William Howitts Visits to Remarkable Places (Clopton Hall), and many more. This anthology includes gems like Libbie Marsh, The Sextons Hero, and Bessy’s Troubles at Home, offering a glimpse into the themes and characters that defined her early career. Summary by Phil Benson.

009 - The Deserted Mansion

Dive into the enchanting world of Elizabeth Gaskells early short stories, a captivating collection that showcases her literary prowess. Following the success of her novel Mary Barton in 1848, Gaskell contributed numerous short works to Charles Dickenss Household Words magazine between 1850 and 1858. Her earlier tales found homes in various notable publications, including Blackwood’s Edinburgh Magazine (featuring Sketches among the Poor), William Howitts Visits to Remarkable Places (Clopton Hall), and many more. This anthology includes gems like Libbie Marsh, The Sextons Hero, and Bessy’s Troubles at Home, offering a glimpse into the themes and characters that defined her early career. Summary by Phil Benson.

008 - Martha Preston

Dive into the enchanting world of Elizabeth Gaskells early short stories, a captivating collection that showcases her literary prowess. Following the success of her novel Mary Barton in 1848, Gaskell contributed numerous short works to Charles Dickenss Household Words magazine between 1850 and 1858. Her earlier tales found homes in various notable publications, including Blackwood’s Edinburgh Magazine (featuring Sketches among the Poor), William Howitts Visits to Remarkable Places (Clopton Hall), and many more. This anthology includes gems like Libbie Marsh, The Sextons Hero, and Bessy’s Troubles at Home, offering a glimpse into the themes and characters that defined her early career. Summary by Phil Benson.

007 - The Last Generation in England

Dive into the enchanting world of Elizabeth Gaskells early short stories, a captivating collection that showcases her literary prowess. Following the success of her novel Mary Barton in 1848, Gaskell contributed numerous short works to Charles Dickenss Household Words magazine between 1850 and 1858. Her earlier tales found homes in various notable publications, including Blackwood’s Edinburgh Magazine (featuring Sketches among the Poor), William Howitts Visits to Remarkable Places (Clopton Hall), and many more. This anthology includes gems like Libbie Marsh, The Sextons Hero, and Bessy’s Troubles at Home, offering a glimpse into the themes and characters that defined her early career. Summary by Phil Benson.

006 - Hand and Heart

Dive into the enchanting world of Elizabeth Gaskells early short stories, a captivating collection that showcases her literary prowess. Following the success of her novel Mary Barton in 1848, Gaskell contributed numerous short works to Charles Dickenss Household Words magazine between 1850 and 1858. Her earlier tales found homes in various notable publications, including Blackwood’s Edinburgh Magazine (featuring Sketches among the Poor), William Howitts Visits to Remarkable Places (Clopton Hall), and many more. This anthology includes gems like Libbie Marsh, The Sextons Hero, and Bessy’s Troubles at Home, offering a glimpse into the themes and characters that defined her early career. Summary by Phil Benson.