Sustainability and Mrs Gaskell's Life and Works

A talk by David Barnes.

Sustainability has become almost a popular term in recent years.

It can have many meanings, not just those relating to the environment and it provides an interesting lens through which to refract and reflect upon the life of Mrs Gaskell and her works.

Thus, for example, in Wives and Daughters, the narrator says "In his father's eyes, Osborne was the representative of the ancient house of Hamley, the future owner of the land which had been theirs for a thousand years".

Mrs Gaskell challenges such shibboleths of tradition and the talk will explore this in the context of sustainability.David Barnes is a social worker, volunteer heritage worker and tour guide with a special interest in the North of England and its industrial landscapes, especially its canals.Doors open at 1pm (feel free to bring a packed lunch) and the talk will begin at 1.30pm.Tickets are 5 for members, 6 for non-members.

Simply pay on the door or book online here (no booking fee).

Your ticket will give you access to both the meeting and the recording of the talk (we will send all ticket holders a link to access the recording after the event).