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The Elizabeth Gaskell Library

The Elizabeth Gaskell Library

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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 Oraria
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  • Ruth Chapter 34 - I Must Go and Nurse Mr. Bellingham

    Ruth Chapter 34 - I Must Go and Nurse Mr. Bellingham
    Jun 30 2026
    In which Ruth, newly returned and tenderly cared for by those who cherish her, contemplates a restorative sojourn by the sea and receives heartfelt acknowledgements for her devoted service in a time of affliction. Meanwhile, a significant and unexpected proposal arises concerning her son’s future, and Ruth faces a solemn resolve to undertake a secretive and perilous journey to nurse a man closely linked to her past.
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    30 min
  • Ruth Chapter 33 - A Mother to be Proud Of

    Ruth Chapter 33 - A Mother to be Proud Of
    Jun 30 2026
    In which the sombre shadow of typhus fever silently creeps over a town abuzz with political and social entertainments, and a brave woman, moved by steadfast faith and maternal love, resolves to tend the afflicted despite the perilous risks it entails. Through tender farewells and quiet heroism, the devoted care she offers in the fever-ward earns her the reverence of the poor and a profound renewal of hope amidst desolation.
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    20 min
  • Ruth Chapter 31 - An Accident to the Dover Coach

    Ruth Chapter 31 - An Accident to the Dover Coach
    Jun 29 2026
    In which a heavy gloom hangs over a household wrestling with disappointment and strained affections, as a father’s sternness and a son’s disgrace create a painful division that those near strive to soften with gentle intervention. The fragile bonds of family are touched by sudden illness and unexpected anguish, leading weary hearts to find solace in small, quiet mercies.
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    23 min
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