Middlemarch

Author: Eliot, George

Synopsis:

In the provincial town of Middlemarch, a web of interconnected lives unfolds, revealing the ambitions, desires, and struggles of its diverse inhabitants. Dorothea Brooke, an intelligent and idealistic young woman, yearns for a purposeful life but finds herself constrained by societal expectations. Meanwhile, Tertius Lydgate, a passionate and ambitious doctor, faces numerous challenges as he tries to revolutionize the medical field. As their paths cross and intertwine with others, Middlemarch becomes a microcosm of human nature, exploring the complexities of love, marriage, politics, and personal growth.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance

Themes: Ambition, Society and Class, Marriage and Relationships, Gender Roles, Idealism and Realism

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