I've read a bit of George Elliot and am really enjoying it. I only downloaded it as it was free on Audible but it's been great so far and I was surprised how much I could relate to it.
I'd love some recommendations of other authors or novels from 19th or 18th century that are still accessible to modern reader and paint a vivid picture of the time.
I'm guessing Dickens should be on the list - the only thing that puts me off is the fact his works have been depicted in countless films and I wonder if that will spoil it as all Ill see in my head are The Muppets if I read a Christmas Carol. It would be great to find some hidden gems that perhaps aren't as famous