
Ruth
by Elizabeth Gaskell
Title:
Ruth
Author:
Elizabeth Gaskell
Edited by:
Easson, Angus
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
432 pages
Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
ISBN-13:
9780140434309
EAN:
9780140434309
Publication Date:
31/07/1997
Classifications:
Classic and Biographical
Weight (g):
424
Dimensions (mm):
195 x 128 x 21
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
Ruth Hilton, an orphan and dressmaker's assistant, is seduced and then heartlessly deserted by the wealthy Henry Bellingham. A dissenting minister advises her to pass as a widow and be employed as a governess with the tyrannical Mr Bradshaw. However, the deceit brings grievous consequences.




















