George Eliot’s Locations I – Chilvers Coton
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As we open our conference in Hinckley this year, I ask the question : ‘What is the importance of location in the works of Elizabeth Gaskell and George Eliot?’ This […]
George Eliot’s Locations II – Astley, Griff House and Hollows
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As we open our conference in Hinckley this year, I ask the question : ‘What is the importance of location in the works of Elizabeth Gaskell and George Eliot?’ For […]
New booklet out now
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Anthony Burton has written a new booklet that outlines just why Elizabeth Gaskell is the most versatile of storytellers. And it’s free to read!
Revolutionary Gaskell? A call for papers
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We’re thrilled that there’s to be an exciting new Gaskell Conference taking place in Paris in April 2025. Annick Rello-Pommier tells us more and issues a call for papers.
News from Knutsford
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Dr Diane Duffy shares news of her plans for our new season of study sessions for the 2024-2025 season.
ALS Spring 2024 Newsletter
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If you’re a member of the Gaskell Society, you’re affiliated to the Alliance of Literary Societies. Here’s their 2023 Autumn Newsletter, which we hope you’ll enjoy reading. Contents The 2024 […]