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George Eliot

By Mathilde Blind
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The biography traces the subject's upbringing, education, and intellectual formation; it follows her early translations and critical journalism, her close friendships and long-term partnership with a fellow critic, and the evolution of her major fiction and poetry. It alternates chronological narrative with literary analysis, offering chapter-by-chapter readings of principal novels, discussion of themes and influences, and extracts from letters and contemporary recollections gathered from acquaintances and local sources to illuminate private episodes and final years.

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Mathilde Blind

Mathilde Blind was a notable English poet, novelist, and biographer, recognized for her contributions to literature in the late 19th century. Born in Germany, she moved to England where she became an influential figure in the literary circles of her time. Blind is particularly known for her biographical work, "George Eliot," which explores the life and impact of the renowned author George Eliot. Her own poetry often reflects themes of nature and human experience, as seen in her collection "The Ascent of Man." Throughout her career, Blind engaged with contemporary social issues and was an advocate for women's rights, making her a significant voice in the literary heritage of her era.

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