Nancy Henry Bücher

This study situates George Eliot's life and work within the contexts of mid- nineteenth-century British colonialism and imperialism.

The book offers an insightful exploration of Eliot's novels, highlighting their intellectual depth and emotional resonance within the Victorian era. It aims to make these complex works more approachable for students, providing context and analysis that illuminate the themes and characters. Through this examination, readers can better appreciate Eliot's contributions to literature and the social issues of her time.

This Rough Magic: At Home on the Columbia Slough is a story of a magical, much-maligned 19 mile waterway in the industrial heart of Portland, Oregon.