North and South, penned by Elizabeth Gaskell, is a compelling 19th-century romance novel. The story follows Margaret Hale, a young woman who moves from the tranquil countryside to the industrialized town of Milton. As Margaret adjusts to her new surroundings, she encounters John Thornton, a wealthy mill owner. Gaskell's novel explores the stark differences between the North and South of England, as well as the complexities of class, love, and social change.
