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The Great Political Fictions: Middlemarch (part 1)
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Exploring Nietzschean Themes in Middlemarch
The chapter delves into hidden Nietzschean themes in George Eliot's 'Middlemarch,' contrasting English and European perspectives on morality and faith. It analyzes the character of Dorothea Brooks, her unconventional choices, disillusionment in marriage, and the impact of Nietzsche's philosophy on her story. The discussion also explores the motivations of Reverend Edward Casabon, his will to power, and the deep insights into human nature presented in the novel.
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