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“The Mill on the Floss” is a novel by George Eliot, first published in 1860. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the lives of the Tulliver family, particularly siblings Maggie and Tom Tulliver, who grow up at Dorlcote Mill near the fictional village of St. Ogg’s. The novel explores themes of family, societal expectations, love, and the struggle for independence.
Maggie Tulliver is portrayed as intelligent and passionate, but her unconventional desires and aspirations clash with the rigid expectations placed upon women in Victorian society. Her relationship with her brother Tom, who is more traditional and bound by societal norms, forms a central conflict in the novel.
As Maggie navigates her way through life, she faces challenges and makes decisions that have far-reaching consequences for herself and her family. “The Mill on the Floss” is celebrated for its rich character development, intricate narrative, and exploration of moral and ethical dilemmas.
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