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Silas Marner

Duration
8H 2min
Language
English
Format
Category

Classics

Though brief in length, George Eliot’s (Mary Ann Evans) Silas Marner is a beautifully nuanced tale. It touches on many themes such as social acceptance, the harshness of legalistic religion, the equally harsh consequences of familial expectations and the power of a simple but fierce redemptive love.

The touching story is gently unfolded by Eliot in writing which beautifully captures the tragic disfunctions of the Cass family and the humorous characters of Raveloe who slowly grow to accept the strange Weaver in their midst. At its heart is Silas Marner himself, enigmatic and remote to those who don’t know him, but we who are allowed to glimpse his bruised heart, know that restoration may still be his.

Head Stories Audio presents Silas Marner by George Eliot. Narrated by Simon Hester. With original music.

© 2022 Head Stories Audio (Audiobook): 9798822632486

Release date

Audiobook: 28 May 2022

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