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The Elizabeth Gaskell Library

The Elizabeth Gaskell Library

By: Elizabeth Gaskell
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 Welcome, dear listener, to The Elizabeth Gaskell Library, a quiet corner of the airwaves devoted to the pleasure of unhurried reading. Here you will find the novels and tales of Mrs Gaskell - stories of bustling mills and peaceful parlours, of steadfast friendships, small kindnesses, and hearts tested by circumstance.

Wander through the smoky streets of Milton and sit awhile in the drawing rooms of Cranford, this podcast offers a moment’s refuge from the noise of modern life. Settle in with a cup of tea, and let each story unfold as it once did: patiently, thoughtfully, and in good company.Public domain
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  • Wives and Daughters Chapter 54 - Molly Gibson's Worth is Discovered

    Wives and Daughters Chapter 54 - Molly Gibson's Worth is Discovered
    Apr 25 2026
    In which the gentle household at Hamley Hall is bowed beneath a grievous blow, and the delicate figure of Mrs. Osborne Hamley lies stricken with a wasting illness that demands the tenderest nursing and the deepest sympathy from those around her. The reverberations of this sorrowful time draw near to Molly, whose own health falters under the strain, leading her homeward to Hollingford where quiet cares and kindly attentions strive to restore her failing strength.
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    27 mins
  • Wives and Daughters Chapter 53 - Unlooked-For Arrivals

    Wives and Daughters Chapter 53 - Unlooked-For Arrivals
    Apr 25 2026
    In which the return of a cherished young widow to Hamley Hall, bearing tidings of illness and the weight of a tender child, stirs the household from its sombre stillness into a delicate reawakening of hope and sorrow. The Squire and Molly navigate the bittersweet discovery of love and loss intertwined, their hearts drawn to a fragile mother and her boy, whilst contemplating the uncertain future that lies ahead.
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    26 mins
  • Wives and Daughters Chapter 52 - Squire Hamley's Sorrow

    Wives and Daughters Chapter 52 - Squire Hamley's Sorrow
    Apr 24 2026
    In which the sudden death of Mr. Osborne Hamley leads to heartfelt confidences and the revelation of a long-kept secret that disrupts the quietude of the household, stirring sorrow and surprise in equal measure. The delicate interplay of grief and guarded truths unfolds gently, as those nearest to him strive to comprehend the past and face the uncertain future with tender resolve.
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    30 mins
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