The True Story of George Eliot in Relation to "Adam Bede": Giving the Real Life History of the More Prominent Characters

This fascinating study offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of George Eliot's first novel, Adam Bede, revealing the real-life inspirations for the characters and events depicted in the book. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with Eliot's contemporaries, the author offers a richly detailed portrait of a literary masterpiece.