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Middlemarch (Harper Perennial Deluxe Editions),New
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George Eliots beloved classic novelhailed by Virginia Woolf as masterfulfollows the life, loves, foibles, and politics of the residents of a fictional English town set amid the social unrest of the Industrial Revolution. This beautifully designed Harper Perennial Deluxe Editionwith special cover effects and French flapsincludes an introduction by awardwinning author Francine Prose.Dorothea Brooke married Edward Casaubona clergyman and scholar some years her seniornaively hoping their union would be a true meeting of the minds. Trapped in a lonely marriage to a tyrannical man, she finds companionship with Edwards cousin, but her overtures risk her spotless reputation and jeopardize her future.Young doctor Tertius Lydgate comes to Middlemarch full of progressive ideas, eager to volunteer his skill at the local hospital. Through his connections there he meets the mayors beautiful daughter, Rosamond Vincy, and marries her, only to face financial ruin at the hands of her materialism and overwhelming vanity.Rosamonds brother, Fred, is destined for the Church to improve his familys class standing, but his childhood sweetheart, Mary Garth, refuses to marry him unless he pursues a more suitable career. Forced by fate into uncertain financial circumstances, Fred must question his choices and desires if he hopes to earn Marys respect.Godfearing and esteemed, Nicholas Bulstrode is a good man and trustworthy bankeror so it appears until an old enemy comes to town, intent on revealing Bulstrodes shady past dealings. Terrified of being exposed as a hypocrite, he takes matters into his own hands, each desperate act spiraling him further into disgrace and corruption.A masterwork of fiction, Middlemarch traces these four lives in a plot that illuminates the social fabric of midnineteenthcentury England. Looming above the landscape of Victorian literature, Eliots beloved novel explores the perennial struggle between individual and society, integrity and temptation, and is as timely today as when it was first published.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the story of Middlemarch about? A: Middlemarch follows the lives of several residents in a fictional English town during the Industrial Revolution, exploring themes of love, ambition, and social change.
- Q: Who is the author of Middlemarch? A: The author of Middlemarch is George Eliot, a renowned English novelist known for her insightful explorations of human nature.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition of Middlemarch? A: This edition of Middlemarch was published on November 17, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does Middlemarch have? A: Middlemarch has a total of 864 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of Middlemarch is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is Middlemarch suitable for readers new to classics? A: Yes, Middlemarch is considered a classic, but it is accessible for new readers, offering rich character development and engaging storytelling.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in Middlemarch? A: Key themes in Middlemarch include the struggle between individual desires and societal expectations, marriage, and the pursuit of personal integrity.
- Q: Does this edition of Middlemarch include any special features? A: Yes, this Harper Perennial Deluxe Edition includes special cover effects and French flaps, enhancing the overall presentation of the book.
- Q: Who provides the introduction in this edition? A: The introduction in this edition of Middlemarch is written by award-winning author Francine Prose.
- Q: What makes Middlemarch a significant work in literature? A: Middlemarch is significant for its complex characters and social commentary, making it a masterwork that continues to resonate with readers today.