George Eliot was born Mary Anne Evans in 1819 in a small English town. Her father ran the estate of the local landowner.    She had an excellent education in local schools    and took up journalism. In a world where women had few rights and chances of making much of their lives she began writing novels  when she was over 30 and became one of the most  celebrated and influential writers of her age. Her life is a heart warming tale of talent and determination overcoming great obstacles. Her generous spirit colours her remarkable novels, witty, perceptive and courageous and in her life story lies the genesis of them all. The film by Malcolm Hossick is followed by a brief summary of her work. AM011HD20 ELIOT 2020 dur:35'56