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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 Hourly
Episodes
  • Ruth Chapter 17 - Leonard’s Christening

    Ruth Chapter 17 - Leonard’s Christening
    Jun 22 2026
    In which a solemn christening ceremony is quietly observed within the close-knit circle of dissenters, and Ruth is enveloped in the tender and earnest hopes for her child’s future amid the gentle ministrations of friends. The evening unfolds with visits and conversations that reveal the intertwining of simple hospitality, youthful admiration, and the differing temperaments of those who surround Ruth in her new life.
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    31 mins
  • Ruth Chapter 18 - Ruth Becomes a Governess in Mr. Bradshaw’s Family

    Ruth Chapter 18 - Ruth Becomes a Governess in Mr. Bradshaw’s Family
    Jun 22 2026
    In which we find Ruth settled into a peaceful routine, her thoughts mingling tenderly with the growth of her beloved child and the blossoming garden around her, whilst the steady companionship of Sally unfolds in homely discourse about life’s changes and steadfastness. Meanwhile, Mr and Miss Benson contemplate Ruth’s future prospects with a delicate balance of caution and hope, as an unexpected opportunity arises that may entrust her with new responsibilities and challenge their sense of trust and discretion.
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    26 mins
  • Ruth Chapter 16 - Sally Tells of her Sweehearts, and Discourses on the Duties of Life

    Ruth Chapter 16 - Sally Tells of her Sweehearts, and Discourses on the Duties of Life
    Jun 21 2026
    In which the tender attentions of faithful friends soothe a mother and her infant through a trying season, while the mother’s resolve to nurture her child with earnest care and quiet dignity deepens under gentle instruction. We witness the simple fortitude of a daily life renewed, where small acts of devotion and disciplined learning weave a hopeful fabric for the future.
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    34 mins
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