Daniel Deronda: (with an Introduction by Esther Wood)

Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, the novel explores the intertwining lives of Gwendolen Harleth and Daniel Deronda. Gwendolen, facing financial ruin, opts for a regrettable marriage to the manipulative Grandcourt, while Daniel, after rescuing the Jewish Mirah Lapidoth, finds purpose in advocating for a Jewish nation. Through their journeys, George Eliot critiques materialism and highlights the search for identity and meaning. The book is notable for its complex characters and themes, reflecting the social issues of its time.