Scenes Of Clerical Life
George Eliot
"Scenes of Clerical Life" is a collection of three novellas by George Eliot, originally published in 1857. This work served as Eliot's literary debut, preceding her more well-known novels such as "Middlemarch" and "Silas Marner." Each novella within the collection offers a nuanced exploration of provincial life in the fictional town of Milby, presenting a tapestry of characters grappling with love, duty, morality, and the complexities of human existence. The first novella, "The Sad Fortunes of the Reverend Amos Barton," introduces readers to Reverend Amos Barton, a well-meaning but ineffectual clergyman struggling to fulfill his pastoral duties. Battling financial difficulties and the scorn of his parishioners, Barton's life takes a tragic turn with the death of his beloved wife, Milly, leaving him to care for their children alone. Through Barton's story, Eliot illuminates the challenges faced by rural clergy and the toll of societal expectations on individual lives.
In "Mr. Gilfil's Love Story," the second novella, Eliot shifts focus to Maynard Gilfil, a gentle and compassionate curate, and his unrequited love for Caterina Sarti, a troubled young woman with a tragic past. Caterina's affection, however, lies with Captain Wybrow, leading to a series of heartrending events. Through Gilfil's quiet devotion and Caterina's internal turmoil, Eliot explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships. The final novella, "Janet's Repentance," centers on Janet Dempster, the wife of an abusive and alcoholic lawyer, Richard Dempster. Janet's life is marked by suffering and despair until she finds solace and redemption through the guidance of Mr. Tryan, a new evangelical clergyman in Milby. As Janet seeks to break free from the cycle of abuse and transform her life, Eliot delves into issues of morality, faith, and the potential for personal redemption.
Duration - 23h 16m.
Author - George Eliot.
Narrator - Geoffrey Giuliano.
Published Date - Sunday, 07 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2024 Eden Garret Giuliano ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
"Scenes of Clerical Life" is a collection of three novellas by George Eliot, originally published in 1857. This work served as Eliot's literary debut, preceding her more well-known novels such as "Middlemarch" and "Silas Marner." Each novella within the collection offers a nuanced exploration of provincial life in the fictional town of Milby, presenting a tapestry of characters grappling with love, duty, morality, and the complexities of human existence. The first novella, "The Sad Fortunes of the Reverend Amos Barton," introduces readers to Reverend Amos Barton, a well-meaning but ineffectual clergyman struggling to fulfill his pastoral duties. Battling financial difficulties and the scorn of his parishioners, Barton's life takes a tragic turn with the death of his beloved wife, Milly, leaving him to care for their children alone. Through Barton's story, Eliot illuminates the challenges faced by rural clergy and the toll of societal expectations on individual lives. In "Mr. Gilfil's Love Story," the second novella, Eliot shifts focus to Maynard Gilfil, a gentle and compassionate curate, and his unrequited love for Caterina Sarti, a troubled young woman with a tragic past. Caterina's affection, however, lies with Captain Wybrow, leading to a series of heartrending events. Through Gilfil's quiet devotion and Caterina's internal turmoil, Eliot explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships. The final novella, "Janet's Repentance," centers on Janet Dempster, the wife of an abusive and alcoholic lawyer, Richard Dempster. Janet's life is marked by suffering and despair until she finds solace and redemption through the guidance of Mr. Tryan, a new evangelical clergyman in Milby. As Janet seeks to break free from the cycle of abuse and transform her life, Eliot delves into issues of morality, faith, and the potential for personal redemption. Duration - 23h 16m. Author - George Eliot. Narrator - Geoffrey Giuliano. Published Date - Sunday, 07 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 Eden Garret Giuliano ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:11:40
Chapter 1
Duration:42:58:29
Chapter 2
Duration:44:48:28
Chapter 3
Duration:20:22:09
Chapter 4
Duration:11:28:07
Chapter 5
Duration:21:23:02
Chapter 6
Duration:20:56:29
Chapter 7
Duration:19:43:04
Chapter 8
Duration:10:04:11
Chapter 9
Duration:10:55:18
Chapter 10
Duration:06:14:45
Chapter 11
Duration:34:58:00
Chapter 12
Duration:36:45:12
Chapter 13
Duration:15:22:34
Chapter 14
Duration:32:06:27
Chapter 15
Duration:30:47:39
Chapter 16
Duration:05:55:11
Chapter 17
Duration:12:16:50
Chapter 18
Duration:08:52:07
Chapter 19
Duration:05:54:40
Chapter 20
Duration:10:14:10
Chapter 21
Duration:10:23:01
Chapter 22
Duration:19:24:51
Chapter 23
Duration:13:57:01
Chapter 24
Duration:06:33:32
Chapter 25
Duration:04:51:21
Chapter 26
Duration:08:24:32
Chapter 27
Duration:06:22:44
Chapter 28
Duration:05:20:46
Chapter 29
Duration:30:13:58
Chapter 30
Duration:08:37:46
Chapter 31
Duration:09:08:56
Chapter 32
Duration:13:41:22
Chapter 33
Duration:32:21:28
Chapter 34
Duration:37:32:13
Chapter 35
Duration:16:46:19
Chapter 36
Duration:15:26:42
Chapter 37
Duration:08:23:29
Chapter 38
Duration:13:07:36
Chapter 39
Duration:32:17:38
Chapter 40
Duration:08:16:25
Chapter 41
Duration:19:05:04
Chapter 42
Duration:17:59:00
Chapter 43
Duration:06:17:43
Chapter 44
Duration:13:57:04
Chapter 45
Duration:13:46:41
Chapter 46
Duration:12:55:50
Chapter 47
Duration:12:28:10
Chapter 48
Duration:05:26:28
Chapter 49
Duration:21:34:01
Chapter 50
Duration:06:24:05
Chapter 51
Duration:04:50:47
Chapter 52
Duration:13:08:57
Chapter 53
Duration:15:02:52
Chapter 54
Duration:11:13:44
Chapter 55
Duration:13:42:30
Chapter 56
Duration:30:13:09
Chapter 57
Duration:18:08:30
Chapter 58
Duration:09:08:30
Chapter 59
Duration:10:02:50
Outro - Scenes of Clerical Life.mp3
Duration:00:20:34