Mill On The Floss (1860)

The Mill On The Floss is a novel written by George Eliot and published in 1860. The story is set in the fictional town of St. Ogg's, located in the English Midlands. The novel follows the lives of siblings Tom and Maggie Tulliver, who grow up in a mill on the River Floss.Tom is the elder of the two and is expected to take over the mill from their father. Maggie is a bright and imaginative girl who struggles to fit in with her peers due to her unconventional ways. The novel traces their lives from childhood to adulthood and explores the complex relationship between the siblings.As the story progresses, the siblings face various challenges, including financial difficulties, family conflicts, and romantic entanglements. Maggie falls in love with Philip Wakem, the son of a family that her own family has a long-standing feud with. Tom disapproves of the relationship, and the tension between the siblings intensifies.The novel is a powerful exploration of family dynamics, social class, and the struggle for self-identity. Eliot's writing is known for its realism and psychological depth, and The Mill On The Floss is no exception. The novel is a classic of English literature and remains a popular read today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.