About the Book: The Mill on the Floss
First published in 1860, The Mill on the Floss is one of the most famous works
by George Eliot, the pen-name adopted by Mary Ann Evans. Her most
autobiographical work, it explores falling in love, tensions between siblings as
well as the lack of intellectual freedom that Evans herself experienced. The
story chronicles the life of Maggie Tulliver, who is robust, intelligent and
fierce, and often in conflict with her family because of these traits. She seeks
the cultured life of intense intellectual activity, represented by Philip Wakem,
much to the disdain of her beloved brother Tom. The