Middlemarch (Grapevine Press)

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Set in a fictional Midlands town during the transformative 19th century, the narrative explores the impact of modernity on provincial life. Key themes include evolving medical practices, political reform, and societal change driven by railroad construction. The lives of richly developed characters, such as the idealistic Dorothea Brooke and the ambitious Dr. Lydgate, unfold amidst personal struggles and societal expectations. Tensions rise with the arrival of Will Ladislaw and the sinister John Raffles, challenging the town's delicate balance and revealing hidden truths.