Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, the narrative explores the struggles of working-class families grappling with poverty and the quest for dignity. The story revolves around Mary Barton, a mill worker's daughter torn between the affections of two men: Henry Carson, the wealthy mill owner's son, and Jem Wilson, a devoted young laborer. Gaskell delves into themes of class disparity, love, and social justice, highlighting the stark contrasts between the lives of the affluent and the impoverished.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, the narrative explores the struggles of working-class families grappling with poverty and the quest for dignity. The story revolves around Mary Barton, a mill worker's daughter torn between the affections of two men: Henry Carson, the wealthy mill owner's son, and Jem Wilson, a devoted young laborer. Gaskell delves into themes of class disparity, love, and social justice, highlighting the stark contrasts between the lives of the affluent and the impoverished.
