Father Jonah Teller

Father Jonah Teller, a Dominican friar at St. Joseph's Church, discusses how George Eliot's 'Middlemarch' transformed his perspective on life. He explores themes of marriage, political change, and the significance of mundane choices. Father Jonah emphasizes Eliot’s belief in the importance of seemingly insignificant lives and how character-driven storytelling illuminates human nature. They delve into the novel's insights on religion, morality, and the value of great literature in shaping virtues, all while addressing modern dilemmas through the lens of Victorian narratives.