Middlemarch (Annotated)

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The narrative deepens in Books V to VIII, focusing on Dr. Tertius Lydgate's ambitious medical career and his tumultuous relationship with Rosamond Vincy, highlighting the clash between personal aspirations and societal expectations. Meanwhile, Dorothea Brooke confronts the realities of marriage and societal norms. The characters' intertwined lives showcase the repercussions of their choices, with themes of class, gender roles, and moral dilemmas emerging prominently. George Eliot's insightful prose captures the complexities of human experience in 19th-century England, setting the stage for further dramatic developments.