The story concludes with resolutions and new beginnings for the characters. Dorothea chooses to follow her heart and marry Will Ladislaw, despite the loss of her inheritance and societal disapproval. Lydgate and Rosamond’s marriage remains strained, but Lydgate finds solace in his work and dedication to medicine. Fred Vincy and Mary Garth find happiness together, symbolizing the triumph of integrity and love. The narrative reflects on the impact of individual lives on the broader community of Middlemarch. Themes of forgiveness, redemption, and personal growth come to the forefront. The finale emphasizes the interconnectedness of human lives and the enduring influence of choices. The story closes with a sense of hope and continuity, capturing the complexities of life and society.

BOOK VIII. SUNSET AND SUNRISE.
CHAPTER LXXII.
CHAPTER LXXIII.
CHAPTER LXXIV.
CHAPTER LXXV.
CHAPTER LXXVI.
CHAPTER LXXVII.
CHAPTER LXXVIII.
CHAPTER LXXIX.
CHAPTER LXXX.
CHAPTER LXXXI.
CHAPTER LXXXII.
CHAPTER LXXXIII.
CHAPTER LXXXIV.
CHAPTER LXXXV.
CHAPTER LXXXVI.

FINALE.