Om Illustrated Classics: Collection of George Eliot (Set of 2) (The Mill on the Floss, Silas Marner)

Everyone knew that little Maggie Tullivers world revolved aroundher elder brother, Tom. He could do no wrong and no one elsesnot even her beloved fathersopinion mattered. And though Tomcould not completely understand his fre-spirited sister, he adoredher. But time changes everything for the Tullivers.Deep in debt, the Tullivers lose their flour mill on the River Flossto the cruel Mr Wakem. Their financial downfall compels Tom andMaggie to grow up before time and the once-close siblings driftapart as adulthood brings with it the trappings of propriety, societalrules and morality. Both Tom and Maggie are forced to take decisions that lead to a series of events that irrevocably alter not just their lives, but also the fates of those around them.George Eliots The Mill on the Floss brings out the complexities offamily relationships and individual choices in the face of adversity,while addressing a mix of various themes that were pertinent to19th-century England. Silas Marner is the extraordinary yet simple tale of a linen weaver, who is forced to seek a livelihood away from his hometown after being betrayed by his best friend and his loved one. Silas finds solace in bringing up a small girl child when his entire savings are robbed. The novel by George Eliot is notable for its strong realism and its treatment of social issues from religion to community. But more importantly, it teaches us that love can conquer all hurdles and obstacles in life.