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The Great Political Fictions: Middlemarch (part 1)

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

Exploring Morality and Power in Middlemarch

The chapter deeply analyzes the themes of morality and power in the renowned novel 'Middlemarch' by George Eliot, highlighting the intricate relationship between the two concepts in the story. It delves into the historical context of the book's setting, discussing the fear and preparations for a cholera outbreak in Middlemarch and connecting it to real events in England during the 19th century. Additionally, the chapter explores the broader context of social reform, referencing the impact of the Great Reform Act and the societal changes on the horizon.

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