Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Definition
"Adam Bede" is a novel written by George Eliot, published in 1859. It tells the story of Adam Bede, a carpenter who lives in a rural community and faces various challenges and moral dilemmas.
Realism is a literary movement that aims to depict life as it truly is, without idealization or romanticism.
Moral dilemma: A moral dilemma refers to a situation where one must choose between two or more morally conflicting options.
Rural community: A rural community refers to an area outside of urban centers characterized by its agricultural activities and close-knit social structure.