Abstract for 15. DETERMINATION AND ITS IMPACTS IN GEORGE ELIOT’S ADAM BEDE

After dealing with the concept of determination through self-confidence, optimism and courage in George Eliot’s Adam Bede, it is shown that this quality has both advantages and disadvantages. In fact, the advantages pointed out are professional integrity, admiration, consideration and praise from neighbours whereas the drawbacks are the overwork, hardness and hardship which have led to some unhappy situations that are the signs of failure.