Ruth V1: A Novel is a classic work of fiction by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell. The novel follows the story of Ruth, a young woman who is orphaned and left alone in the world. She is taken in by a kind and wealthy family, but soon finds herself in a difficult situation when she falls in love with a young man who is not of her social class. Ruth must navigate the complexities of societal expectations and the consequences of her actions as she tries to find happiness and acceptance in a world that is not always kind to those who are different. The novel explores themes of love, class, and morality, and is a poignant and thought-provoking read that is sure to resonate with readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.