02180cam a22003013u 4500 2532 UtSlPG 20260610133059.0 m cr n 260607r2001||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn, 1810-1865 The Half-Brothers Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2001 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2001-03-01 David Price, Jennifer Lee, Alev Akman and Andy Wallace "The Half-Brothers" by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell is a poignant short story written during the Victorian era. The narrative explores themes of family, love, jealousy, and the depths of human emotion through the lens of two half-brothers, Gregory and the unnamed narrator. Set against the backdrop of rural England, the story delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the impact of societal expectations. The tale begins with the backstory of the narrator’s mother, who faces great hardship after the death of her first husband. She remarries a wealthy farmer, William Preston, but her heart remains tied to her firstborn son, Gregory. The tension arises from William's resentment towards Gregory, whom he views as a reminder of his wife's past. As the boys grow up, their contrasting personalities lead to a complex relationship marked by neglect and misunderstanding. In a climactic moment, the narrator gets lost in a snowstorm, and it is Gregory who selflessly comes to his rescue. Tragically, Gregory sacrifices himself, leading to a moment of deep realization and regret for their father, emphasizing the story's exploration of grief, love, and the bonds that transcend despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2532 44613 44613