Books like Romola by George Eliot
George Eliot’s only historical novel, Romola, is set in 15th‑century Florence during Medici rule. The story centers on the almost saint‑like Florentine maid Romola, who defies her brother the priest’s warnings and marries the amoral and feckless Tito Melema. Through their relationship, Eliot blends historical fact with fiction, presenting a detailed and impressionistic portrayal of Renaissance life within the wealthy Italian city and its familial dynamics.
First publish date: 1858
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: George Eliot
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