That was an evil terror---- an ugly inmate to have found a nestling-place in Godfrey's kindly disposition; but no disposition is a security from evil wishes to a man whose happiness hangs on duplicity.
In George Eliot's "Silas Marner," the text reflects on the presence of malevolent thoughts that can quietly infiltrate even the kindest hearts, exemplified by Godfrey’s character. Despite his amiable nature, Godfrey harbors secrets and duplicity that undermine his happiness and integrity.
This quote illustrates the struggle between one's genuine disposition and the internal conflicts that can arise from one's choices and desires. It suggests that no matter how benevolent a person...
