L'église de Shepperton offrait, il y a environ vingt ans, un aspect bien différent de celui qu'elle présente aujourd'hui. À la vérité, sa tour massive vous surveille encore; le cadran de l'horloge conserve l'expression amicale des anciens jours; mais, pour tout le reste, que de changements ! Un ample toit d'ardoise couronne le vieux clocher; les fenêtres sont hautes et symétriques; les portes extérieures sont en beau chêne poli, et celles de l'intérieur sont capitonnées d'une serge rouge pour amortir le bruit; jamais aucun lichen ne reviendra se fixer sur les murs; ils sont aussi lisses et aussi stériles que le sommet de la tête du Rév. Amos Barton après dix ans de calvitie...
George Eliot
George Eliot was the pen name of Mary Ann Evans, a prominent Victorian-era novelist known for her insightful and complex characterizations. Her most notable works include "Middlemarch," considered one of the greatest novels in the English language, and "Silas Marner," a poignant tale of redemption and community. Eliot's literary style is characterized by its psychological depth, moral complexity, and social commentary. She was a pioneer in the realist tradition, exploring themes of morality, religion, and human relationships in her writing. Eliot's contributions to literature include challenging traditional gender roles and societal norms, as well as expanding the scope and depth of the novel as an art form. Her work continues to be celebrated for its profound insights into the human condition and its enduring relevance in contemporary society.
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