North and South (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

Set against the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution, the story explores the tensions between employers and workers through Margaret Hale's eyes. As she empathizes with the struggles of the poor, her views conflict with those of John Thornton, a wealthy cotton-mill owner who holds a disdainful attitude towards his employees. Their interactions highlight the social and economic disparities of the time, weaving a narrative rich in character conflict and societal critique.