Adam Bede (eBook)

Exploring Love, Betrayal, and Redemption in a Victorian Tale of Craftsmen and Society

George Eliot (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
515 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766417135-1 (EAN)

Infos

Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century rural England, George Eliot's "Adam Bede" unfolds a rich tapestry of human emotions and moral dilemmas within a close-knit community. Eliot's narrative intricately weaves together themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for social equality, employing a vivid, realistic style characterized by deep psychological insights and detailed descriptions of the pastoral landscape. Through the lives of its central characters, particularly the earnest carpenter Adam and the spiritedHetty, the novel critiques societal norms and explores the complexities of personal integrity, illustrating the impact of individual choices on communal life. George Eliot, the pen name of Mary Ann Evans, was a pioneer of Victorian literature, known for her intellectual depth and feminist perspectives. Her upbringing in the English Midlands and keen interest in philosophy and social reform profoundly influenced her writing. Eliot's advocacy for women's rights and her critical observations of societal expectations permeate "Adam Bede," reflecting her quest to portray authentic human experiences while challenging conventional morality. "Adam Bede" is a compelling exploration of 19th-century rural life that invites readers to reflect on their own moral landscapes. Highly recommended for those who appreciate intricately crafted characters and thought-provoking narratives, this novel remains a timeless classic that resonates with the complexities of human nature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • 19th century relationships • british authors • carpenters • classic novels • craftsmen community struggles • Didactic fiction • England • English literature • female author perspective • Fiction • George Eliot • illegitimate children • infanticide • Interpersonal relations • literary fiction • love betrayal themes • Love Stories • moral dilemmas narrative • psychological character study • Realism in literature • realist fiction classic • redemption and loss • romantic novels • Social commentary • social conventions critique • triangles • Victorian Literature • Victorian rural life • Women clergy