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Middlemarch

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Set in the Victorian era, the novel presents a vivid portrayal of provincial life through the journey of Dorothea Brooke, a young woman driven by her ideals and desire for social reform. Facing societal resistance, her story intertwines with a diverse cast of characters, each contributing to a complex exploration of human nature. George Eliot's insightful narrative reveals the depth of thought and emotion in her characters, marking a significant artistic achievement in literature, as noted by Virginia Woolf.

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Language
English
Publisher
MODERN LIB
Released
2000
Pages
848
ISBN13
9780679783312
Series
First published
1871
Original title
Middlemarch
Rating
4.45 out of 5
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Set in the Victorian era, the novel presents a vivid portrayal of provincial life through the journey of Dorothea Brooke, a young woman driven by her ideals and desire for social reform. Facing societal resistance, her story intertwines with a diverse cast of characters, each contributing to a complex exploration of human nature. George Eliot's insightful narrative reveals the depth of thought and emotion in her characters, marking a significant artistic achievement in literature, as noted by Virginia Woolf.