Silas Marner, by George Elliot, not only discusses how relationships and love had an effect on each of the characters of the book, but it also proves anything could happen to anyone at anytime. Each character was personally affected by love, but it was Silas whom found what the meaning of true love was after a surprise showed up at his home. Since he was such a lonely weaver and did not have any close …showed first 75 words of 398 total…

…showed last 75 words of 398 total…is possible in the real world, and we must be prepared for whatever God has in store for us. The quote "Good things happen to those who wait" can be used as a theme throughout the novel. Silas Marner had a kind heart; he just did not know how to use it. After years of patiently waiting, he was finally rewarded. This once widely known outcast became the talk of the town and well respected.