Brother Jacob

Brother Jacob

George Eliot

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781023048927
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In 'Brother Jacob,' George Eliot, the celebrated author of 'Middlemarch' and 'Silas Marner,' turns her keen eye for character and social observation to a smaller stage. Set in 19th-century England, this short story offers a sharply observed and humorous glimpse into village life. Through a focused character study, Eliot subtly satirizes societal norms and expectations. This reprinted edition allows readers to rediscover the wit and wisdom of one of literature’s most insightful voices. 'Brother Jacob' explores themes of human nature with enduring relevance, showcasing Eliot’s talent for crafting compelling narratives that resonate across time. It provides an accessible entry point into her broader body of work, offering a taste of her signature blend of realism and moral complexity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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