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Mill on the Floss
Paperback
RomanceClassic FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781434416117
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Aug 16 2024
Pages: 572
Weight: 1.58
Height: 1.27 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The Mill on the Floss is a novel by George Eliot, the pen name of Mary Ann Evans, first published in 1860. The story is set in the early 19th century in the fictional town of St. Ogg's, England, and follows the lives of siblings Tom and Maggie Tulliver as they grow up and face the challenges of life.
The novel explores the complexities of family relationships, the struggles between personal desires and societal expectations, and the consequences of financial difficulties. Maggie, the passionate and intelligent protagonist, often finds herself at odds with the conventional norms of her time, leading to conflicts both within her family and with the wider community. Her relationship with her brother Tom is central to the story, characterized by deep love but also significant tension and misunderstanding.
The Mill on the Floss is known for its rich character development, exploration of gender roles, and its portrayal of the rural English setting. The novel is a poignant examination of the pressures of society, the pain of unfulfilled aspirations, and the inevitable passage of time.
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