“All minds, except such as are delivered from doubt by dulness of sensibility, must be subject to this recurring conflict where the many-twisted conditions of life have forbidden the fulfilment of a bond. For in strictness there is no replacing of relations: the presence of the new does not nullify the failure and breach of the old. Life has lost its perfection: it has been maimed; and until the wounds are quite scarred, conscience continually casts backward, doubting glances.”
Romola is a novel by George Eliot, published in 1863. The story is set in Florence, Italy, during the 15th century, and it explores themes of religious conflict, political intrigue, and personal relationships. The protagonist, Romola, is a young woman who becomes involved in a complex web of political and religious tensions. more
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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