Lizzie Leigh

Lizzie Leigh is a novella written by Elizabeth Gaskell. The story is set in the mid-19th century in a small town in England. The plot revolves around the Leigh family, who are struggling to make ends meet. Mr. Leigh is a weaver who has lost his job due to the changing economic conditions of the time. His wife has died, and he is left to care for his three children, Lizzie, Bessy, and Ben. Lizzie is the eldest of the children and is the protagonist of the story. She is a strong-willed and independent young woman who is determined to help her family. However, her life takes a turn for the worse when she becomes pregnant out of wedlock. The news of her pregnancy brings shame and disgrace to the Leigh family, and they are ostracized by the community. The novella explores themes of poverty, social stigma, and the role of women in society. It also highlights the importance of family and the sacrifices that individuals make for their loved ones. The story is a poignant and emotional portrayal of the struggles of a working-class family in Victorian England. Overall, Lizzie Leigh is a well-crafted novella that showcases Elizabeth Gaskell's ability to create relatable characters and capture the essence of life in 19th century England. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in the social and economic history of the time.He thought about her a great deal for the next day or two; he scolded himself for being so foolish as to think of her, and then fell to with fresh vigour, and thought of her more than ever. He tried to depreciate her: he told himself she was not pretty, and then made indignant answer that he liked her looks much better than any beauty of them all.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.