North and South (Penguin Classics)
Worth buying if: You are looking for an uncomplicated introduction to the subject.
Skip it if: You need a lighter and faster read.
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Summary
The listing describes North and South (Penguin Classics) by Elizabeth Gaskell as a general-interest book whose subject is easy to identify. This edition is listed as 1996 • Penguin Group USA • 480 pages.
Why this book now
More appealing if you want an older backlist book that still feels distinct instead of generic filler.
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- You are looking for an uncomplicated introduction to the subject.
- You need a simple place to start.
- If you enjoy subtle humor, historical context is woven into the narrative in ways that enrich both plot and character without overwhelming them.
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- You need a lighter and faster read.
- You are looking for a thorough preview before deciding.
- If politics make you put a book down, the humor is subtle and may not provide relief from tense material.
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Exact edition: Paperback · ISBN-13 9780140434248
Worth buying if: You are looking for an uncomplicated introduction to the subject.
Skip it if: You need a lighter and faster read.
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Paperback: ISBN-13 9780140434248
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