Silas Marner: The Weaver of Raveloe (THORNDIKE PRESS LARGE PRINT PERENNIAL BESTSELLERS SERIES) - Hardcover

Eliot, George

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0783897561 ISBN 13: 9780783897561

Publisher: G K Hall & Co, 2002

Synopsis

The titles in this series are mainly new editions of titles in the "Longman Simplified English Series". They are suitable for students at upper intermediate level, including those preparing for the Cambridge First Certificate. Every book has been re-edited to ensure ease of understanding and naturalness of language and keeps within the 2000 word Defining Vocabulary of the "Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English". Any additional vocabulary used is explained in the glossary. All titles feature a four to five page introduction to the authors, characters and themes of the texts, giving students not only background information, but also help in literary appreciation. Additionally, there is exercise material at the back of each book: 50 questions on factual detail, with a further 20 more open-ended questions for written work or to stimulate discussion.

About this title

Review:

I think Silas Marner holds a higher place than any of the author's works. It is more nearly a masterpiece; it has more of that simple, rounded, consummate aspect. . .which marks a classical work. --Henry James

"From the Paperback edition."

Book Description:

A heartwarming and poignant tale of a lonely man brought back to life and faith

About this edition

• Publisher: G K Hall & Co
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0783897561
• ISBN 13: 9780783897561
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 296