“... goodness is of a modest nature, easily discouraged, and when much elbowed in early life by unabashed vices, is apt to retire into extreme privacy, so that it is more easily believed in by those who construct a selfish old gentleman theoretically, than by those who form the narrower judgments based on his personal acquaintance.”
Quote by George Eliot
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Middlemarch: A Study of Provincial Life. By George Eliot ....
George Eliot's Middlemarch is a comprehensive examination of provincial life, featuring a cast of characters whose lives intertwine and reflect the broader social and political changes of the time. more
Author
George Eliot
George Eliot, born Mary Ann Evans, was a renowned 19th-century British novelist. Her works are known for their profound psychological insights and critical exploration of social issues. With her unique narrative techniques and rich emotional expression, she has had a profound impact on literature. more
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