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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Gaskells first novel not as good as her later workBy -klantIn this first novel by Elizabeth Gaskell; we follow the life of Mary Barton; daughter of a mill-worker and union man; growing up in Manchester during a time of unrest between workers and employers.Depecting many of the well-known themes of all of Gaskells works (rich vs. poor; relationships between children and parents); this is a deeply realistic novel. Its not a pleasant read; with all the sorrow going on in the story; but I think in her (Gaskells) time this was a novel that should be written; clearly depicting the social problems of the mid-19th century. It is a very Victorian novel; with among others typical high (melo)drama and noble savages playing an important part. Comparing it to other Gaskell books Ive read; I wasnt surprised finding out this was her first novel. The prose is a bit rusty and I think in her later books she comes more into her own with more realistic character development and better story pacing.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Its greatest achievement for me was the way in which it ...By SoniaInitially I thought that I could see where this novel was going but it exploded all the clicheacute;s. Its greatest achievement for me was the way in which it brought home the powerful sense of disparity between the classes. I also appreciated Gaskells sensitivity to the human feelings and needs that transcend class. At times her attempts to bring the poor and the rich together were a little strained but there were moments when the agony on both sides of the social divide and the need for communication and understanding was acutely felt.At first the novel seems to follow the romantic pattern of a Jane Austen; although the interactions of the lovers are never dramatically rendered. Soon though it becomes evident that this novel is about so much more than Mary Barton. Class warfare; the attraction-repulsion between the rich and the poor; murder and intrigue - this novel takes you through it all; and then Gaskell asks you to forgive...1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Mary BartonBy Love2017I am new to Elizabeth Gaskell; but I am a fan. This is the second work of hers I have read and I really enjoyed this one even better than North and South. She is a writer who though her books may be a little slow to begin; knows how to make you love her characters. They are all fully developed and important to her stories. She gives satisfactory endings to ask the strings of her stories though this area not always happy. I also like that her stories have over arching societal themes and that she shows both sides of issues balance. An excellent edition of this book.