Shirley Bellwood Book order (chronological)

The best-known and most autobiographical of George Eliot's novels is now available as a Norton Critical Edition.

"When a handsome young man begins to court Catherine Sloper, she feels she is very lucky. She is quiet, gentle girl, but neither beautiful nor clever ; no one had ever admired her before, or come to the front parlour of her home in Washington Square to whisper soft words of love to her. But in New York in the 1840s young ladies are not free to marry where they please. Catherine must have her father's permission, and Dr Sloper is a rich man. One day Catherine will have a fortune of 30,000 dollars a year ..."--Publisher

Part of the Lion Care series, this title offers the right level of help and explanation for children experiencing the problem of understanding ageing. Carolyn Nystrom gives reassurance to every child.