Morton Hall

Morton Hall is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell, first published in 1853. The story takes place in the English countryside and follows the lives of the aristocratic family, the Wythenshawes, who live in Morton Hall. The family is headed by the elderly Sir Edward Wythenshawe and his wife Lady Wythenshawe. The novel delves into the complicated relationships between the family members as well as their interactions with the local community. The main character of the novel is the young Lady Grace, who is married to Sir Edward's son, Sir Henry Wythenshawe. Lady Grace is a kind and gentle woman who is loved by all those around her, including her husband's illegitimate son, Harry. Harry is a complex character who struggles to find his place in society due to his illegitimacy, and his relationship with Lady Grace becomes a central focus of the novel. As the story unfolds, the family is faced with a series of challenges, including financial difficulties, the arrival of a mysterious stranger, and a scandal involving one of their own. The novel explores themes of family, love, class, and morality, and offers a glimpse into the lives of the English aristocracy during the mid-19th century. Overall, Morton Hall is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating insight into the complexities of English society during the Victorian era. It is a must-read for fans of Elizabeth Gaskell and those interested in historical fiction.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