Il Mulino Sulla Floss by George Eliot
A poignant coming-of-age saga following siblings born into a provincial mill-owning family, it traces their intense bond and conflicting temperaments as they struggle with poverty, social expectations, and personal desires. The spirited, intellectually curious sister yearns for independence and understanding in a community that prizes conformity, while her practical brother wrestles with duty, resentment, and his own limitations. Family secrets, romantic disappointments, and moral dilemmas test their loyalty, leading to decisions that reshape their lives. Ultimately, the novel combines psychological insight and social critique to portray how love, guilt, and circumstance converge in a moving, often tragic resolution.
- Published
- 1860
- Nationality
- English
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-600
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- - Il mulino sul Floss
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