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: Online Talk: International Day Of Peace – William Gaskell and Crimea

Join us for an online talk in honour of International Day of Peace with this timely talk on William Gaskell's sermon about peace, following the Crimean War. Dr Ingrid Hanson, Honorary Research Fellow at Manchester University, will discuss Rev Gaskell's sermon and its echoes in Elizabeth Gaskell's own fiction. The talk will start at 7pm and last for approx 45 minutes, followed by a short Q&A session. Tickets are £3 The instructions for joining the talk will be

: Online Talk: Cranford For Beginners

***** Sorry this event has sold out **** In the first place, Cranford is in possession of the Amazons; all the holders of houses, above a certain rent, are women. Elizabeth Gaskell, Cranford Have you ever wanted to read Cranford or wondered why it's one of Elizabeth Gaskell's most popular novels? Join Libby Tempest, Chair of the Gaskell Society, for an introduction to this well-loved classic of Victorian literature, in our winter evening online talk. It's the perfect complement

: Lunch-time Talk: International Women’s Day

Celebrate International Women's Day with Dr Diane Duffy, as she explores the writing of Elizabeth Gaskell's fellow female authors. Were Elizabeth Gaskell's women writer friends female scribblers or literary lions? Find out in this talk on Victorian women writers. And it's our famous second-hand book sale today too! Enjoy a leisurely browse of our huge selection of books, and treat yourself to delicious tea and cake in our tea room! Lunch-time talks and readings are included in usual

: Online Event: Readings In Honour Of Mothers’ Day

Join us for a wonderful illustrated talk with readings about mothers and motherhood, in honour of Mother's Day. Elizabeth Gaskell's experience as a mother informed much of her writing. Our House volunteers will offer literary criticism and perform a delightful selection of readings about mothers from Elizabeth's letters, stories and novels. Join us from the comfort of your own home, to hear thoughts from the matriarch of ours! Tickets £4 ** This is an online event. Joining instructions

: Lunch-time Talk: Ruskin In Manchester

John Ruskin had a lot to say about Manchester. Find out just what he thought of our great city in this lunch-time lecture with Anthony Burton. Stay to explore some of the correspondence between Ruskin and Elizabeth Gaskell in our Ruskin exhibition too. Lunch-time talks are included in usual House entry No booking required, but please make sure you arrive in good time to get a seat.   For more talks, see our full programme