Adam Bede by George Eliot
"Adam Bede" by George Eliot is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the lives of several characters in the village of Hayslope, particularly the titular character, Adam Bede, a skilled carpenter whose strength and integrity are challenged by the complexities of love, family, and social dynamics. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Adam Bede in his workshop, showcasing the ambiance of village lifeand the camaraderie among workers. Adam is portrayed as a strong, honorable young man, who is both respected and admired. We also meet his brother Seth, who, while also physically robust, exhibits a gentler disposition. The narrative hints at deeper issues within their family, including Adam's conflict with his father over his alcoholism, as well as his growing feelings for Hetty Sorrel, a character who is foreshadowed to bring difficulties into his life. The opening chapters establish a rich setting and introduce themes of craftsmanship, social expectations, and personal struggle, laying the groundwork for the unfolding drama in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Eliot, George, 1819-1880 |
|---|---|
| Title | Adam Bede |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Bede |
| Credits | An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Didactic fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Illegitimate children -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women clergy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Infanticide -- Fiction |
| Subject | Carpenters -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 507 |
| Release Date | Jan 21, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 2, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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