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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

The Mill on the Floss

by George Eliot
Aggregate Editorial Score41/100
Times Literary Supplement
Published 1860540 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

George Eliot's The Mill on the Floss (1860) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. The passionate, intellectually gifted Maggie Tulliver grows up beside the River Floss, chafing against the limitations placed on women in provincial Victorian England and destroyed by the conflict between her passionate nature and her loyalty to her family. Themes of gender, ambition, provincial life run through the work. The book has received recognition from Times Literary Supplement 1860.

Book Details

AuthorGeorge Eliot
Published1860
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages540
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780140431360
Editorial Score41/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Awards & Recognition

Times Literary Supplement
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Mill on the Floss about?

The passionate, intellectually gifted Maggie Tulliver grows up beside the River Floss, chafing against the limitations placed on women in provincial Victorian England and destroyed by the conflict between her passionate nature and her loyalty to her family.

Who wrote The Mill on the Floss?

The Mill on the Floss was written by George Eliot, from United Kingdom. First published in 1860.

What awards has The Mill on the Floss won?

The Mill on the Floss has received the following awards and honours: Times Literary Supplement 1860.

Is The Mill on the Floss worth reading?

The Mill on the Floss is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 12/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in gender, ambition, provincial life.

Where can I buy The Mill on the Floss?

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What category is The Mill on the Floss?

The Mill on the Floss is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Mill on the Floss from?

The Mill on the Floss originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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