Many critics have considered the similarities between these two texts, thus suggesting one having influenced the other. Eliot’s reputation has been such that there is often an assumption that Gaskell would be influenced by Eliot, however, this could not be the case as ‘The Moorland Cottage’ was published ten years before The Mill on the Floss. The question we should ask is: Did Gaskell in any way influence Eliot?
Our monthly Knutsford meetings, presented by our Chair, Dr Diane Duffy, are held on the last Tuesday of each month, between October and April (except December). They take the form of an informal and friendly open discussion / study session. Come along and share your thoughts, or simply enjoy listening in.
Bring your own packed lunch from 1pm and then enjoy a friendly and informal talk and discussion, 2-3pm. Everyone is most welcome. £5 members, £6 non-members
Simply come along and pay on the door, or use the link below to book online (no booking fee).
Diane will also run the session on Zoom, so join us online if you can’t join us in Knutsford.
Read Diane’s Points to Ponder and extracts from the two works.
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