George Eliot Centenary, November 1919 Catalogue of Relics, Manuscrips, Prints, Paintings, Photographs & Books relating to George Eliot

"George Eliot Centenary, November 1919" by Coventry Public Libraries Committee is a window into a past celebration of the great George Eliot, showcasing items displayed at a centenary exhibition in the early 1900s. The writing is a tour guide through relics connected to Eliot's story, zeroing in on her bond with Coventry and her footprint in the region's history. Readers can get a look at portraits of her family, handwritten interactions, early prints of her books, and personal keepsakes, which bring to light the influences and connections that crafted her stories and social background. The book creates an image of Eliot’s world, friendships, and the forces that shaped her literary journey.