Impressions of Theophrastus Such by George Eliot
"Impressions of Theophrastus Such" by George Eliot is a collection of character sketches and philosophical reflections written during the late 19th century. The book serves as a social commentary through the voice of Theophrastus Such, a bachelor who contemplates the nature of self-knowledge and human relationships, while critiquing the inconsistencies and follies of others, ultimately reflecting on his own perceived deficiencies and societal positioning. The opening of the work introduces us toTheophrastus Such's self-reflective musings on identity and personal understanding, establishing a tone of introspection. Such examines his own life, expressing frustration over how others perceive him and the disconnect between self-image and reality. He compares his inward observations with the perceptions of those around him, recognizing the common human propensity for error and self-deception. This dialogue addresses broader themes of social behavior, individuality, and the complexities of human interaction, setting the stage for further exploration of characters who epitomize peculiar traits and societal roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Eliot, George, 1819-1880 |
|---|---|
| Title | Impressions of Theophrastus Such |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impressions_of_Theophrastus_Such |
| Note | Reading ease score: 39.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Afra Ullah and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Character sketches |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10762 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 9, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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