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George Eliot / Cov Canal

George Eliot  /  Cov Canal


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George Eliot / Cov Canal

GEORGE ELIOT (MARY ANN EVANS) Coventry Canal = Red Deeps in " The Mill on the Floss."

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1819 Canal Coventry Eliot Evans Mill Places Floss


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the picturesque Coventry Canal in England, a setting that held great significance in the works of renowned Victorian author George Eliot, born Mary Ann Evans. The image, taken in the late 1800s, depicts the tranquil Red Deeps section of the canal, a stretch that played a pivotal role in Eliot's classic novel "The Mill on the Floss." Published in 1860, "The Mill on the Floss" is a coming-of-age tale that explores the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations through the experiences of its protagonist, Thomasina "Tom" Tulliver. The novel is set in the fictional town of St. Ogg's, which is based on Eliot's hometown of Coventry and its surrounding areas, including the Coventry Canal. The Red Deeps, a shallow and meandering section of the canal, serves as a symbolic backdrop to several key scenes in the novel. For instance, it is the site where Tom and her brother, Philip, go ice-skating, and where Tom's beloved brother, Maggot, drowns. The canal's tranquil yet unpredictable nature mirrors the characters' lives, reflecting the ebb and flow of their emotions and experiences. This photograph, with its serene yet contemplative atmosphere, invites us to reflect on the rich history and literary significance of the Coventry Canal and its role in Eliot's enduring work. The image transports us back to the 19th century, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the world of "The Mill on the Floss" and the timeless themes it explores.

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