George Eliot / Priory
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George Eliot / Priory
GEORGE ELIOT (MARY ANN EVANS) Home of the English novelist at The Priory, Regents Park: a view of the house from the garden Date: 1819 - 1880
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1819 Eliot Evans Novelist Places Priory Regent
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This evocative photograph captures the exterior of The Priory, the beloved home of celebrated English novelist Mary Ann Evans, better known by her pen name George Eliot. The image, taken between the years 1819 and 1880, depicts the picturesque residence nestled within the lush gardens of Regent's Park. George Eliot, a literary pioneer, lived at The Priory from 1854 until her death in 1880. During her time there, she wrote some of her most renowned works, including "Silas Marner," "The Mill on the Floss," and "Middlemarch." The tranquil surroundings of The Priory provided her with the inspiration and solace she needed to create her masterpieces. The Priory, a beautiful red-brick house, stands proudly against the backdrop of the verdant gardens. Its Gothic Revival architecture, with its pointed arches and intricate stonework, adds to its allure and charm. The serene garden, filled with trees and blooming flowers, offers a peaceful contrast to the bustling city of London, just a stone's throw away. This photograph, a glimpse into the past, offers a window into the life of one of England's most esteemed literary figures. It invites us to imagine George Eliot writing in her study, overlooking the gardens, as the sun sets over Regent's Park. The Priory, a place of history and literary significance, continues to captivate and inspire visitors and scholars alike.
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