Middlemarch (Unabridged)
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3.4 • 5 Ratings
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- $22.99
Publisher Description
Middlemarch is considered one of the masterpieces of English fiction. Published in 1874, it is the seventh and penultimate novel by George Eliot. It pursues a number of underlying themes, including the status of women, the nature of marriage, idealism and self-interest, religion and hypocrisy, political reform, and education.
Set in the fictitious Midlands town of Middlemarch during the period 1830 - 32 and subtitled "A Study of Provincial Life", the novel creates a concept of life and society confronting the scepticism that was taking over the age.
English novelist George Eliot (1819-1880), real name Mary Ann (Marian) Evans was one of the leading writers of the Victorian era. Her novels, largely set in provincial England, are well known for their realism and psychological perspicacity.
Please note: This is a vintage recording. The audio quality may not be up to modern day standards.
Customer Reviews
Elegant Classic
For $2.99 this is an absolute steal. The narrator has such a fine storytelling voice, and manages to bring to life each character distinctly and with clear, gorgeous timing. I made a quilt while listening to this, some of my most enjoyable hours :)
This author is Turgid Pedantic
The writer is turgid and pedantic . I unfortunately was misled by the 5 star rating from another . I have read many classics and love descriptive flowery language but after a hour of this author that was enough . Elliot's descriptive digressions are so trivial and laborious . I would suggest you get a hold of the book and see if the writing style is to your taste .
I won't comment on the Reader as my opinion is too jaundiced by the author .