Romola Part 2

George Eliot 지음

문학일독 2025년 01월 07일 출간

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Tito gains influence in Florence, striving for greater power while his moral conflicts deepen. Through his marriage to Romola, he solidifies his social standing, but their relationship becomes increasingly strained. Baldassarre reappears in Florence, determined to seek revenge, escalating the tension between the two. The shadow of Nemesis grows, and Tito’s secrets begin to surface. Florence’s political turmoil and social changes serve as a vivid backdrop, intensifying the story’s dynamics. Romola experiences growing disillusionment with her life and struggles with inner conflict. Tito’s choices demand heavier consequences, and he clings to his self-justifications. The stories of surrounding characters become more prominent, intertwining their conflicts and ambitions with Tito’s. The narrative heightens as Florence's political upheaval mirrors the personal dramas. This part deepens the central conflicts, adding layers of complexity to the story.

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CHAPTER XIII. The Shadow of Nemesis
CHAPTER XIV. The Peasants’ Fair
CHAPTER XV. The Dying Message
CHAPTER XVI. A Florentine Joke
CHAPTER XVII. Under the Loggia
CHAPTER XVIII. The Portrait
CHAPTER XIX. The Old Man’s Hope
CHAPTER XX. The Day of the Betrothal
CHAPTER XXI. Florence expects a Guest
CHAPTER XXII. The Prisoners
CHAPTER XXIII. After-Thoughts
CHAPTER XXIV. Inside the Duomo
CHAPTER XXV. Outside the Duomo
CHAPTER XXVI. The Garment of Fear

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저자(글) George Eliot

George Eliot (1819–1880), born Mary Ann Evans, was an English novelist, poet, and journalist. She adopted a male pen name to overcome the prejudice that women writers of her time were limited to romance novels. Her major works, including Middlemarch, The Mill on the Floss, and Silas Marner, are renowned for their profound insight into human psychology and social contexts. Eliot's novels reflect the moral and philosophical concerns of the Victorian era, intricately exploring the complexities of human nature and social relationships. She is celebrated for her vivid characters and meticulously crafted narratives, which evoke deep empathy from readers. Beyond her literary success, Eliot was an intellectual and independent woman who had a significant impact on her society. Her works continue to resonate in modern literature for their timeless themes and masterful prose. Eliot passed away in 1880 and remains a pivotal figure in English literary history.