Mill on the Floss

The Mill on the Floss is George Eliot's second novel and perhaps her most renowned. The story revolves around the impulsive Maggie Tulliver-a striking and unique character in Victorianiterature-and her tumultuous relationship with her family, especially her brother Tom.The book provides an extraordinary perspective into the nature and hypocrisies of Victorian society and the difficult, often tragic position of women within.