Part 2, Chapter 18Ī discovery is made at the stone pits. Part 2, Chapter 17Īfter a discussion with Priscilla, Nancy fears she is cause of Godfrey's disappointment. Part 2, Chapter 16Įppie, now eighteen, and Silas discuss many plans for the future. Godfrey continues his courtship of Nancy. Part 1, Chapter 15Įppie continues to bring great joy to Silas. Silas' decision is cause for further sympathy from the villagers. Silas makes a decision concerning the child, viewing her as a gift rather than a burden.

Silas inquires about the identity of the child at the Christmas dance. Silas awakens to find an uninvited guest in his home. Molly and her child head for Raveloe, with the intention of revealing Godrey's secret. Godfrey makes a request of Nancy at the Christmas dance. The reader is introduced some additional members of the Lammeter family. Godrey looks forward to seeing Nancy once again, but still worries that Dunstan will return to Raveloe. The robbery continues to bring kindness and sympathy to Silas' door. The Squire confronts Godfrey, inquiring about the money he is owed and Dunstan's whereabouts. Godfrey discovers what has happened to his horse. With all the evidence of the crime destroyed, the villagers continue to search for a suspect. Silas appearance at the Rainbow surprises the farrier. Some of the villagers gather at the Rainbow, where the landlord is resolving a dispute. Silas finds things are amiss after returning to the cottage and sets off to the village for help.

After an accident at the hunt, Dunstan pays a visit to Silas' cottage. Godfrey fears that his secret will be discovered by his father. The reader is introduced to Squire Cass' two sons, Dunstan and Godfrey. Silas isolates himself from all companionship, focusing on his work instead. Silas Marner, a respected resident of lantern Yard, is wrongfully accused of theft. London, England: William Blackwood and Sons. Silas Marner, published in 1861, is a dramatic novel following the life of Silas Marner and his path from embittered outsider to proud father and respected citizen.Įliot, G.

Silas marner by george eliot