Middlemarch (Annotated) - Eliot, George
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Books I to IV of Middlemarch introduce readers to the multifaceted world of the fictional town of Middlemarch, where a diverse ensemble of characters navigates the complexities of Victorian society. The narrative centers around the idealistic Dorothea Brooke, whose fervent pursuit of intellectual and spiritual fulfillment leads her to marry the scholarly Edward Casaubon. However, Dorothea soon discovers the limitations of her marriage and faces the consequences of her idealism. Simultaneously, the ambitious Dr. Tertius Lydgate arrives in Middlemarch with a vision to revolutionize medical…mehr

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Books I to IV of Middlemarch introduce readers to the multifaceted world of the fictional town of Middlemarch, where a diverse ensemble of characters navigates the complexities of Victorian society. The narrative centers around the idealistic Dorothea Brooke, whose fervent pursuit of intellectual and spiritual fulfillment leads her to marry the scholarly Edward Casaubon. However, Dorothea soon discovers the limitations of her marriage and faces the consequences of her idealism. Simultaneously, the ambitious Dr. Tertius Lydgate arrives in Middlemarch with a vision to revolutionize medical practices. His interactions with the charming but socially ambitious Rosamond Vincy set the stage for romantic entanglements and societal expectations. As the story unfolds, the lives of the characters become intricately intertwined, and the social dynamics of Middlemarch take center stage. Themes of love, ambition, and moral dilemmas emerge, providing a nuanced exploration of human nature against the backdrop of 19th-century England. The narrative delves into the personal and societal challenges faced by the characters, shedding light on the impact of individual choices on their lives and the community. George Eliot's rich prose and keen insight into human psychology bring depth to the characters, allowing readers to empathize with their struggles and aspirations. By the end of Books I to IV, Middlemarch establishes itself as a compelling exploration of the human condition, where characters grapple with the complexities of love, morality, and societal expectations. The stage is set for further development and intrigue in the subsequent books of this literary masterpiece.
Autorenporträt
Mary Ann Evans (1819 - 1880), known by her pen name George Eliot, was an English novelist, poet, journalist, translator and one of the leading writers of the Victorian era. She is the author of seven novels, including Adam Bede (1859), The Mill on the Floss (1860), Silas Marner (1861), Felix Holt, the Radical (1866), Middlemarch (1871-72) and Daniel Deronda (1876), most of them set in provincial England and known for their realism and psychological insight.