Wives and Daughters (Dramatic Reading)

Wives and Daughters, written by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell and published in 1866, is a social commentary novel that explores themes of love, family, and societal expectations. The story follows Molly Gibson, whose life changes dramatically when her father remarries, introducing a glamorous step-sister, Cynthia. As family dynamics shift, secrets and romantic entanglements unfold against the backdrop of class distinctions in Victorian England. This dramatic reading features a diverse cast of voices, bringing Gaskell's intricate characterizations and social observations to life.