1. symbolism in George Eliot
A common interpretation of the story of Adam and Eve, is that their story is the beginning of man's self-centered nature and hence the inner dwellings of the subconscious. ... In this sense Latimer is the veiled virgin at Bertha's mercy. ... For this, Latimer feels a deep sense of guilt. ... Latimer feels a sense of guilt at the own recognition of his own thoughts, but can do nothing to escape them. ... Latimer notes that "there had arisen in Bertha's mind towards this woman a mingled feeling of fear and dependence" (Eliot 35). ...
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