George Eliot 
The Mill on the Floss 

Misunderstood Maggie Tulliver is torn. Her rebellious and passionate nature demands expression, while her provincial kin and community expect self-denial. Based closely on the author’s own life, Maggie’s story explores the conflicts of love and loyalty and the friction between desire and moral responsibility. Written in 1860,
The Mill on the Floss was published to instant popularity. An accurate, evocative depiction of English rural life, this compelling narrative features a vivid and realistic cast, headed by one of 19th-century literature’s most appealing characters. Required reading for most students, it ranks prominently among the great Victorian novels.

About the author

Born in 1819, Mary Ann Evans adopted a man’s pen name to make sure that her books were taken seriously. As George Eliot, she became one of the Victorian era’s most prominent novelists. Eliot’s stories continue to captivate readers with their readable style and the warmth and humanity of their characters.