Short Stories (All the Year Round, 1859-1863)

Short Stories (All the Year Round, 1859-1863) is a collection of works by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, published in the weekly journal launched by Charles Dickens. Gaskell's stories feature strong female characters and reflect the Gothic fiction trends of the 1860s, influenced by her travels in Europe. Notable works include 'Lois the Witch,' about a young girl caught in the Salem witch trials, and 'The Grey Woman,' which tells of a wife's escape from her deceitful husband. This collection also includes Gaskell's Christmas ghost stories and the documentary piece 'Select Committee on French Songs,' making it a significant addition to her oeuvre.