Realism:Realism is a literary movement that aims to depict ordinary life and characters realistically, without idealization or romanticizing. It focuses on accurate representation.
Bildungsroman: A bildungsroman is a coming-of-age novel that follows the psychological and moral growth of its protagonist from youth to adulthood. It often explores themes of identity and self-discovery.
Social Commentary: Social commentary refers to an author's critique or analysis of societal issues through their work. George Eliot's novels often contain social commentary on topics such as gender roles and class divisions.