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Middlemarch

A Study of Provincial Life, by George Eliot
Pages
302
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

This expansive novel explores the lives of various inhabitants in the fictional English town of Middlemarch during the 1830s. It follows Dorothea Brooke, an idealistic young woman seeking a meaningful life, and Tertius Lydgate, a reform-minded doctor, as they navigate societal expectations, personal ambitions, and the complexities of marriage and community. The story offers a detailed portrait of provincial life, examining themes of idealism, disillusionment, and the pursuit of knowledge.

About the author

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Mary Ann Evans

Mary Ann Evans is the author of the Guía literaria del amor, a guide to love in literature. She has a knack for exploring romantic themes across different books.