Silas Marner
About this book
Eliot's touching novel of a miser and a little child combines the charm of a fairy tale with the humor and pathos of realistic fiction. The gentle linen weaver, Silas Marner, exiles himself to the town of Raveloe after being falsely accused of a heinous theft. There he begins to find redemption and spiritual rebirth through his unselfish love for an abandoned child he discovers in his isolated cottage.
Reader Profile
3.7/5 · 95876 readers · 253 pages · ≈ 4 h 41 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Silas Marner?
About ≈ 4 h 41 m — 253 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Silas Marner?
253 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Silas Marner?
It sits on the Classics, Mystery, History shelves.
Has Silas Marner been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Silas Marner (1922), Silas Marner (1916).
Is Silas Marner in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Silas Marner?
The main characters include George Eliot (1819-1880).
Where does Silas Marner take place?
It is set in England, Great Britain during 19th century.
Who wrote Silas Marner?
George Eliot.
Where can I read Silas Marner online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library