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MACMILLAN George Eliot: An Intellectual Life by Valerie A. Dodd - Macmillan

Name: George Eliot: An Intellectual Life by Valerie A. Dodd - Macmillan
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Literary Theory & Movements

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Explore the mental landscape of one of literature's most significant figures with George Eliot: An Intellectual Life. While many biographies exist, this study stands apart by focusing specifically on her intellectual development and the evolution of her thought processes. This book examines the specific biographical and intellectual factors that led George Eliot to select fiction as her primary mode of expression. It provides a deep look into how her creative path was shaped by the era's philosophical climate, specifically looking at how the critiques of J.S. Mill and Carlyle influenced her writing. Written by Valerie A. Dodd and published by Palgrave Macmillan, this work is an essential resource for students, scholars, and readers interested in literary theory and the history of Victorian thought. It offers a clear analysis of the connection between philosophy and the art of the novel.

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Focuses on the intellectual development of George Eliot to provide a unique perspective not found in standard biographies.

Analyzes the specific factors that drove her decision to use fiction as a method of expression.

Examines the influence of J.S. Mill and Carlyle on her literary and philosophical views.

Provides a detailed study of how philosophical critiques shaped her creative output.

Authored by Valerie A. Dodd for academic and literary depth.

Published by Palgrave Macmillan as part of their scholarly collection.

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Brand: MACMILLAN
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0333310942
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism > Literary Theory & Movements
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 12 March 1990
Listed Since: 04 January 2007

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