Adam Bede Collection

Portrait and gravestone of George Elliots aunt (Elizabeth Evans), the inspiration for characters in her novel Adam Bede
5999729 Portrait and gravestone of George Elliots aunt (Elizabeth Evans), the inspiration for characters in her novel Adam Bede (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Illustration for Adam Bede
LLM462312 Illustration for Adam Bede by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Adam Bede by George Eliot (Chambers, c 1910).); © Look and Learn

In the wood (engraving)
725484 In the wood (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the wood. Illustration from Adam Bede)

Hetty Sorrel, 1859
1574596 Hetty Sorrel, 1859 by Bradley, Basil (1842-1904); (add.info.: Hetty Sorrel, working in the dairy, visited by Captain Donnitorne, her seducer, while here aunt, Mrs Poyser looks)

I ve heard theres no holding of these Methodisses (page 18), c
986137 I ve heard theres no holding of these Methodisses (page 18), c.1910 (pen, black ink and watercolour) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

They were not aware of her presence (page 129), c. 1910 (pen, black ink and watercolour)
986136 They were not aware of her presence (page 129), c.1910 (pen, black ink and watercolour) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

Adam Bedes cottage, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, owned by George Elliots aunt and the inspiration for the novel Adam Bede
5999733 Adam Bedes cottage, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, owned by George Elliots aunt and the inspiration for the novel Adam Bede (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Illustration for Adam Bede
LLM462314 Illustration for Adam Bede by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Adam Bede by George Eliot (Chambers, c 1910).); © Look and Learn

The horror that rushed over Adam completely mastered him (engraving)
725487 The horror that rushed over Adam completely mastered him (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

In his tall stalwartness Adam Bede was a Saxon, and justified his name (engraving)
725483 In his tall stalwartness Adam Bede was a Saxon, and justified his name (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hetty Sorrel at the Pool (colour litho)
2796686 Hetty Sorrel at the Pool (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hetty Sorrel at the Pool)

Hetty Sorrel
LLM462802 Hetty Sorrel by Collier, John (1850-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hetty Sorrel. Reproduced from The Nations Pictures (Cassell, 1907).); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Adam Bede
LLM462320 Illustration for Adam Bede by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Adam Bede by George Eliot (Chambers, c 1910).); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Adam Bede
LLM462313 Illustration for Adam Bede by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Adam Bede by George Eliot (Chambers, c 1910).); © Look and Learn

Adam Bede (engraving)
2812148 Adam Bede (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adam Bede. Illustration for Scenes and Characters from the works of George Eliot)

Dinahs Prayer (engraving)
1619619 Dinahs Prayer (engraving) by Bostock, John (1808-1872); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinahs Prayer. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 20 July 1861)

Slowly, while Dinah was speaking, Hetty rose, took a step forward, and was clasped in Dinahs arms (engraving)
725488 Slowly, while Dinah was speaking, Hetty rose, took a step forward, and was clasped in Dinahs arms (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Slowly)

The Hall Farm (engraving)
725485 The Hall Farm (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration of The Hall Farm engraved by J Cooper after original artwork by William Small)

"Dinah consoling Hetty in Prison, "by F J Williamson (engraving)
1099581 " Dinah consoling Hetty in Prison, " by F J Williamson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Dinah consoling Hetty in Prison)

Adam Bede gives a rose to Hetty (colour litho)
2796688 Adam Bede gives a rose to Hetty (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adam Bede gives a rose to Hetty)

You may run away from my words, Sir, continued Mrs Poyser (engraving)
725489 You may run away from my words, Sir, continued Mrs Poyser (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: You may run away from my words, Sir)

Dinah, he said suddenly, taking both her hands between his (engraving)
725486 Dinah, he said suddenly, taking both her hands between his (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dinah, he said suddenly)

Illustration for Adam Bede
LLM462327 Illustration for Adam Bede by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Adam Bede by George Eliot (Chambers, c 1910).); © Look and Learn

Illustration for Adam Bede
LLM462325 Illustration for Adam Bede by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Adam Bede by George Eliot (Chambers, c 1910).); © Look and Learn

She was going to let down her hair (page 158), c. 1910 (pen, black ink and watercolour)
986135 She was going to let down her hair (page 158), c.1910 (pen, black ink and watercolour) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

Original manuscript of Adam Bede, 23rd March 1859. Artist: George Eliot
Original manuscript of Adam Bede, 23rd March 1859. First page of the original manuscript of Adam Bede by George Eliot (pseudonym of Mary Anne Evans)

Title page of Adam Bede by George Eliot, c1885. Artist: William Small
Title page of Adam Bede by George Eliot, c1885. The vignette on the title page shows The Hall Farm, home of farmer Martin Poyser and of his orphaned niece Hetty Sorrel

Scene from Adam Bede by George Eliot, c1885. Artist: William Small
Scene from Adam Bede by George Eliot, c1885. In his tall stalwartness Adam Bede was a Saxon and justified his name. Adam, the village carpenter, in the workshop

Manuscript of Adam Bede
Page of manuscript of the novel " Adam Bede" by George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans 1819 - 1880) which was published in 1859

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"Adam Bede: A Captivating Tale of Love and Loss" Step into the world of "Adam Bede, " a timeless novel by George Eliot, inspired by her own family history. The portrait and gravestone of Elizabeth Evans, George Eliot's aunt, serve as a poignant reminder of the real-life characters that influenced this captivating story. Through an enchanting illustration for "Adam Bede, " we are transported to the heart of the narrative. The wood engraving evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue, hinting at the secrets that lie within its depths. One such secret is Hetty Sorrel, whose beauty captivates all who encounter her. In a stunning 1859 photograph, Hetty Sorrel comes to life before our eyes. Her presence is so compelling that even those around her remain unaware. Religion plays a significant role in "Adam Bede, " with references to Methodism found throughout the pages. As one character remarks on page 18, "I've heard there's no holding these Methodists. " This glimpse into religious fervor adds depth to the story's exploration of faith and morality. In another striking artwork from c. 1910, Adam Bede finds himself overwhelmed by horror. The pen strokes and watercolors vividly depict his emotional turmoil as he confronts an unimaginable tragedy. Yet amidst sorrow and despair, Adam Bede stands tall like a true Saxon warrior. An engraving showcases his stalwartness while justifying his name - a testament to his strength in facing adversity head-on. The enigmatic Hetty Sorrel takes center stage once again in an exquisite color lithograph depicting her at the poolside. Her delicate features belie both innocence and vulnerability - qualities that will shape her destiny throughout this enthralling tale. Finally, we journey back in time through black-and-white photographs to visit Adam Bede's cottage in Wirksworth, Derbyshire - a place that George Eliot's aunt once called home.