Overview
"Romola," set in fifteenth-century Florence, is a historical novel by George Eliot. This second volume continues to explore the intertwined lives of its characters against the backdrop of political upheaval and religious fervor. Romola de' Bardi, a woman of great intellect and moral strength, navigates the complexities of her marriage to the charming but ultimately treacherous Tito Melema.
As Florence falls under the sway of the charismatic religious reformer Savonarola, Romola finds herself torn between her loyalty to her husband and her growing conviction that he is betraying the values she holds dear. Tito's ambition leads him down a path of deceit and moral compromise, while Romola seeks solace and purpose in serving the city's poor and oppressed. Eliot masterfully weaves together themes of love, betrayal, faith, and the struggle for individual conscience against the forces of history. "Romola" remains a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of human nature and the enduring relevance of moral choices.
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- ISBN-13: 9781143653506
- ISBN-10: 1143653505
- Publisher: Nabu Press
- Publish Date: February 2010
- Dimensions: 9.21 x 6.14 x 1.23 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.85 pounds
- Page Count: 608
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