Cranford by Mrs Gaskell, introduction by Susan Hill, 27 wood-engravings by Joan Hassall. Quarter red cloth, pale yellow paper boards with a repeat pattern in grey, pale yellow endleaves. Dark blue slipcase. 22.7 x 14.8 cm. 204 pp. Spine is slightly tired, hence low price. Inside of book and box are perfect condition.

In this comedy of early-Victorian life in a country town, Elizabeth Gaskell describes the uneventful lives of the lady-like inhabitants so as to offer an ironic commentary on the diverse experiences of men and women.

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