Uglow, Jenny
George Eliot
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844084982
- author:
- Uglow, Jenny
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 128mm X 196mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
George Eliot: A Life of Intellect and Independence
This biography investigates the life of George Eliot, one of the most brilliant writers of her day. Born in 1819, she was known for her masterpieces "Middlemarch" and "Silas Marner", which continue to be celebrated for their insight into human nature.
From her rural upbringing to her tumultuous relationship with philosopher George Henry Lewes, this book explores the complexities of Eliot's life. Jenny Uglow sheds light on why her characters often struggled with social expectations, a theme that reflects her own remarkable independence and intellectual strength.
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