Silas Marner by George Eliot

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Description:

Silas Marner is a story of alienation, overcoming obstacles, and the healing power of love. Silas Marner’s conflict with society begins when he is unjustly accused of theft. His illness has made him an easy victim for a betraying friend. His despair and alienation from the religious community and from the people of Raveloe increase when a hoard of gold is stolen later in the story. The arrival of a child, Eppie, leads to change. Her enduring love heals the wounds of rejection and transforms his life.

Activities:

Students read personal essays from young people struggling with various medical conditions and discuss the problems that face people who are chronically or terminally ill. They also develop a visual representation of characters and their social positions, study class and power, consider advice for raising children, examine point of view, explore symbolism, and analyze characterization.

A final lesson features objective and essay tests.

Ethical Values:

Endurance, Justice, Responsibility