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ⓘ About George Eliot
George Eliot was a renowned novelist from The United Kingdom, who was popular for writing historical fiction, literature fiction, and classic novels. The name is actually a pseudonym used by author Mary Anne Evans. In addition to be a noteworthy writer, Eliot also worked as a journalist, poet, and translator. During her career, she authored 7 novels, most of which are widely successful. Eliot’s novels are typically set in English provinces and are known for containing psychological insight and realism. The reason behind a male pseudonym by author Eliot is that she wanted to make sure her works were taken seriously. Almost all the female writers during her time used to publish under their original names.
All Book Series by George Eliot
Impressions of Theophrastus Such: Miscellaneous Essays
Series opener · book 1 of 2 · published 1879
The Collected Complete Works of George Eliot
Latest in the series · book 2 of 2 · published 2018
30 Eternal Masterpieces of Humorous Stories
Latest in the series · book 8 of 8 · published 2019
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is George Eliot?
George Eliot was a renowned novelist from The United Kingdom, who was popular for writing historical fiction, literature fiction, and classic novels. The name is actually a pseudonym used by author Mary Anne Evans. In addition to be a noteworthy writer, Eliot also worked as a journalist, poet, and translator.
Which George Eliot series should I start with?
George Eliot's books stand alone rather than forming a numbered series, so there is no reading order to follow. The natural first pick is Scenes of Clerical Life (1857).
How many books has George Eliot written?
George Eliot has 20 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1857 and 2019. They are filed under 3 categories rather than in numbered series — chiefly Standalone Novels, Anthologies and Collections.
In what order should George Eliot's series be read?
No reading order is needed: none of the 20 books catalogued here do not form a numbered series, so any title can be picked up first. Within each category they are listed by publication year.
How are George Eliot's books organised into series?
This guide splits George Eliot's 20 books into categories rather than numbered series: Standalone Novels (10 books); Anthologies (8 books); Collections (2 books).