Gwendolen, a headstrong and captivating young woman, grapples with the consequences of her choices and societal expectations. Meanwhile, Daniel Deronda, a mysterious and idealistic young man, embarks on a journey of self-discovery that takes him from the aristocratic drawing rooms of London to the vibrant Jewish community of Europe.
Through the intertwining destinies of Gwendolen and Daniel, Eliot creates a compelling narrative that delves into the moral dilemmas of the time, offering an everlasting reflection on love, duty, and the search for meaning.

GEORGE ELIOT, pseudonym for MARY ANN EVANS [1819-1880], was an English novelist. Several of her works are considered among the most important in British literature within the realistic novel tradition. They often unfold in the English countryside and are characterized by a deeply empathetic psychological portrayal that was ahead of its time.