| Author |
Eliot, George, 1819-1880 |
| Title |
The Mill on the Floss
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mill_on_the_Floss
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Curtis Weyant and David Maddock
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| Summary |
"The Mill on the Floss" by George Eliot is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the lives of siblings Tom and Maggie Tulliver, exploring themes of family dynamics, social expectations, and personal ambition. As they grow up in a rural English setting by the River Floss, their differing personalities and aspirations set the stage for conflict and self-discovery. The opening of the novel introduces the idyllic setting of Dorlcote Mill, which serves as a backdrop for the Tulliver family. The narrative begins with a description of the surrounding landscape, rich with natural beauty, establishing a tone of nostalgia and simplicity. Mr. Tulliver is depicted as a father determined to provide his son Tom with a good education, which sparks discussions among family members about the best schooling options. This section also highlights the dynamic between Tom and Maggie, revealing early hints of their complex relationship as Maggie grapples with her identity and attempts to earn her brother's approval. The stage is set for the challenges they will face in the broader world beyond their home, where societal pressures and personal desires intersect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Psychological fiction
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| Subject |
Young women -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Siblings -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Conflict of generations -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Vendetta -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Loss (Psychology) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Water mills -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6688 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 15, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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