George Eliot
George Eliot
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1978
Book Brief
480
Biography • Nonfiction
England • 19th Century
1978
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Rosemary Ashton's George Eliot: A Life is a biography of Mary Ann Evans, who became the prominent Victorian author George Eliot, known for works like Middlemarch, The Mill on the Floss, and Daniel Deronda. The biography details her journey from a conservative upbringing to her role as a leading intellectual, including her relationship with George Henry Lewes, which was crucial to her literary success.
Informative
Contemplative
Emotional
Inspirational
Melancholic
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Rosemary Ashton's biography, George Eliot, is widely praised for its comprehensive research and insightful analysis of Eliot's life and works. Critics appreciate Ashton's engaging prose and detailed contextualization. However, some find it occasionally dense and overly academic, potentially off-putting to casual readers. Overall, it's a robust scholarly resource.
Who Should Read George Eliot?
Readers who enjoy George Eliot by Rosemary Ashton are likely aficionados of Victorian literature, biography enthusiasts, and academics. Comparable to readers of Romola by George Eliot and Thomas Hardy: The Time-Torn Man by Claire Tomalin, they appreciate in-depth literary analysis and intricate portraits of literary figures.
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480
Biography • Nonfiction
England • 19th Century
1978
Adult
18+ years
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