Of all faults the one she most despised in others was the want of bravery; the meanness of heart which leads to untruth

Of all faults the one she most despised in others was the want of bravery; the meanness of heart which leads to untruth

In Elizabeth Gaskell's works, particularly in her novel "North and South," the theme of bravery and honesty is a recurring one. Gaskell's characters often grapple with the idea of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity. The quote, "Of all faults the one she most despised in others was the want of bravery; the meanness of heart which leads to untruth," encapsulates this theme perfectly.