Adam Bede and Arthur Donnithorne

Grayscale illustration of a man kneeling next to an unconscious man in the grass.

Adam discovers Arthur and Hetty's affair. Because Adam had intended to marry Hetty, he confronts Arthur regarding his intentions. Their argument becomes violent and Adam strikes Arthur who falls unconscious. Adam becomes distraught, fearing he might have killed Arthur (Book 4, Chapter 27).

Small, William (1843-1929)

Michael Steele

George Eliot Archive , edited by Beverley Park Rilett. https://GeorgeEliotArchive.org

1870

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Small, William (1843-1929), Adam Bede and Arthur Donnithorne, George Eliot Illustrations Gallery, George Eliot Archive , edited by Beverley Park Rilett. https://GeorgeEliotArchive.org, Accessed September 7, 2026. https://www.georgeeliotarchive.org/items/show/83344