"North and South" is a novel written by Elizabeth Gaskell that explores the contrasts between industrial northern England and the agrarian south. The story follows Margaret Hale, a young woman who moves from the rural south to the industrial town of Milton in the north, where she encounters the challenges of class struggle and economic change. The novel delves into themes of social injustice, class conflict, and personal growth. It highlights the struggles of the working class, represented by characters like John Thornton, a mill owner, and examines the complexities of love and morality against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society.