Adam Bede is a novel written by George Eliot, originally published in 1859. Set in the rural English countryside, the book follows the story of Adam Bede, a young carpenter who falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Hetty Sorrel. Despite his love for her, Hetty is drawn to another man, Arthur Donnithorne, the local squire's heir.As their relationship unfolds, Hetty becomes pregnant with Arthur's child, leading to a tragic chain of events that ultimately changes the lives of all involved. Along the way, the book explores themes of love, morality, and the complexities of human relationships.Throughout the novel, Eliot weaves in rich descriptions of English country life, painting a vivid picture of the world in which her characters live. With its compelling storyline and nuanced characters, Adam Bede is considered a classic of English literature and a masterpiece of the Victorian era.1889. Eliot is the pen name for Mary Ann, later Marian, Evans, English novelist. Adam Bede is her first full-length novel and established her reputation as a leading writer. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.