The Mill on the Floss
by George Eliot, A.S. Byatt
The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot, A.S. Byatt holds a well received rating of 3.77 out of 5, based on 36K reader ratings. First published in 1860. The book spans 579 pages.
About The Mill on the Floss
'If life had no love in it, what else was there for Maggie?'Brought up at Dorlcote Mill, Maggie Tulliver worships her brother Tom and is desperate to win the approval of her parents, but her passionate, wayward nature and her fierce intelligence bring her into constant conflict with her family. As she reaches adulthood, the clash between their expectations and her desires is painfully played out as she finds herself torn between her relationships with three very different men: her proud and stubborn brother, a close friend who is also the son of her family's worst enemy, and a charismatic but dangerous suitor. With its poignant portrayal of sibling relationships, The Mill on the Floss is considered George Eliot's most autobiographical novel; it is also one of her most powerful and moving.In this edition writer and critic A.S. Byatt provides full explanatory notes and an introduction relating Mill on the Floss to George Eliot's own life and times.Edited with an introduction and notes by A.S. BYATT
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | George Eliot, A.S. Byatt |
| Published | 1860 |
| Pages | 579 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.77 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 36,017 |
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What genre is The Mill on the Floss?
The Mill on the Floss is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is The Mill on the Floss worth reading?
Based on 36K reader ratings, The Mill on the Floss has an average score of 3.77 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Mill on the Floss?
The Mill on the Floss has 579 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Mill on the Floss?
The Mill on the Floss was written by George Eliot, A.S. Byatt. It was first published in 1860.
What is the ISBN for The Mill on the Floss?
The ISBN-13 for The Mill on the Floss is 9780141439620.0.
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