Middlemarch by George Eliot (Wordsworth Classics)

Description

“Middlemarch” is a novel written by the English author George Eliot, the pen name for Mary Ann Evans. It was first published in serial form between 1871 and 1872.

The novel is set in the fictitious Midlands town of Middlemarch and spans a wide range of characters and social classes. It explores various themes including marriage, politics, religion, and social change. The plot revolves around the lives of several characters, particularly Dorothea Brooke, a young idealistic woman who marries a much older scholar, and Tertius Lydgate, a young doctor who aspires to medical reform.

“Middlemarch” is renowned for its deep psychological insight, rich characterizations, and its portrayal of the complexities of human relationships and society. It’s considered one of the greatest novels in the English language and is praised for its realism and its exploration of moral and ethical dilemmas.