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Set in the world of the Victorian professional and landed classes, the story centres on Mr Harding, a clergyman of great personal integrity who is nevertheless in possession of an income from a charity far in excess of the sum devoted to it.

Bereft of his beloved wife, Glencora, and his role as prime minister, Plantagenet Palliser enters the realm of family politics as he struggles to guide and connect with his three wayward children. Lord Silverbridge, the Duke's first born and natural inheritor, expelled from Oxford, a gambler at the racetrack and an elected Conservative, further troubles his father when he becomes engaged to Isabel Boncassen. Lady Mary, his daughter, falls in love with a penniless young gentleman named Frank Tregear, while his second son, Gerald, displays similar behavior to his brother.

Returned from Ireland after the death of his wife, Phineas Finn has a newfound ambition to rise through the ranks of English politics. But not long after regaining his seat in parliament, Phineas's luck begins to desert him. His reputation is tarnished after the press circulate rumours of an affair with Laura Kennedy, and his ambitions are frustrated by opposition from within the Party. Then, when his Party rival Mr Bonteen is discovered dead, all fingers point towards Phineas, leading to his incarceration and humiliation at the dock.

Before Sir Florian Eustace dies, he gives his beloved wife Lizzie a beautiful and expensive diamond necklace valued over £10,000. Dispute soon rages between the Eustace family and the manipulative and conniving Lizzie: it's claimed that the diamonds are a precious family heirloom, but Lizzie argues they were a gift. Is she lying? As the family's lawyer determines to reunite them with the jewels, Lizzie resorts to increasingly desperate measures, until one day the jewels are stolen. Who is responsible? The Eustace Diamonds is a wonderfully absorbing blend of cynicism and humor.

Phineas Finn, a handsome young man of 23, comes to England to make his fortune in parliamentary politics. But despite all his aspirations, Finn is haunted by ethical questions as his personal convictions conflict with his duty towards his party. Loyalty versus honor, love versus money, and privacy versus prominence: our eponymous hero faces a variety of dilemmas as he navigates his way through the House of Commons.

Dive into the captivating world of Doctor Thorne, a timeless masterpiece by the author of the Chronicles of Barsetshire. This gripping tale blends romance, social commentary, and intrigue, offering listeners a profound exploration of morality, class, and love in 19th-century England.

Originally published in the 1876 Christmas edition of The Graphic, Christmas at Thompson Hall is a Victorian tale concerning the proper Mr. and Mrs. Brown and their journey from southern France to Thompson Hall to celebrate Christmas with their relatives - a trip that becomes a comedy of errors once Mr. Brown's throat condition, a malady that almost prevented the trip entirely, worsens.

In this, the first of the Palliser parliamentary novels, the plight of women in marriage, politics and private life is seen through the eyes of Alice and Kate Vavisor, Lady Glencora and the coquettish Mrs. Greenow.

The charming heir to an earldom has an affair with a sweet young lady of inferior background. She becomes pregnant - and the consequences may not be what one would usually expect from Mr. Trollope's pen.

The third novel in the Palliser series, The Eustace Diamonds is a satirical study of the influence of money and greed on human relationships in Victorian society. The story follows two contrasting women and their courtships. Lizzie Greystock and Lucy Morris are both hampered in their love affairs by their lack of money. Lizzie’s trickery and deceit, however, contrast with Lucy’s constancy.

Barchester Towers, the sequel to The Warden, is the second novel in Trollope's major series, the Chronicles of Barsetshire. It focuses on the power struggle between Archdeacon Grantly, Mr. Slope and the Proudies as they fight for control of the diocese of Barchester. Meanwhile, another struggle is taking place for the heart of Eleanor Bold. Who will win her? The vile Mr. Slope, the idling Bertie Stanhope or someone else entirely?

Unscrupulous financial speculator Ferdinand Lopez, aspiring to marry into respectability and wealth, has society at his feet, with well-connected ladies vying with each other to exert influence on his behalf. Even Lady Glencora, the wife of Plantagenet Palliser, prime minister of England, supports the exotic imposter. Palliser, respectable man of power and inherited wealth, is appalled by the rise of this man who seemingly appeared out of nowhere.

His beloved wife having died in childbirth, Phineas Finn finds Irish society and his job as a poorhouse inspector dull and unsatisfying, particularly after the excitement of his former career as a Member of Parliament. Back in England, the Whigs are determined to overturn the Tory majority in the Parliament of the United Kingdom. Since Finn had once been considered the most promising of the younger set, he is encouraged to run for office again. Bribery, romance, and murder are peppered throughout this Trollope novel.

The American Senator By Anthony Trollope. Dramatised by Martyn Wade. Part One: Arabella is determined to keep her engagement to John Morton a secret. Perhaps, there is a more exciting and wealthy husband she might be able to catch. Part Two: Lord Rufford has kissed Arabella twice but she...

A Christmas comedy of errors from the Victorian author best known for his "Barchester" novels, Anthony Trollope (1815-1882). Mr. and Mrs. Brown are trying to return from the south of France to spend the festive season at Mrs. Brown's old family home, Thompson Hall at Stratford-le-Bow. Mr. Brown's sore throat makes him a reluctant traveler, but Mrs. Brown will stop at nothing to make sure they reach their destination by Christmas morning...

Young, beautiful, wealthy and widowed Lady Lizzie Eustace plots to keep a beautiful necklace - which may (or may not) be her's. Her in-laws' solicitor fights for the diamonds return to their "rightful heirs." Then the theft of the jewels complicates matters even further.

Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters...

Dive into the brilliance of Anthony Trollope with Orley Farm, a masterclass in character development that rivals the renowned Barsetshire series. Here, youll meet a vivid cast of characters such as the tormented Lady Mason, accused of forging a will; the devoted yet elderly Sir Peregrine Orme; the practical yet deeply affectionate Madeleine Stavely; and the capricious Sophia Furnival, among others. Trollope’s portrayal of these three-dimensional figures truly brings them to life. His sharp, insightful satire of the judicial system resonates powerfully, revealing court proceedings that feel ...

In Is He Popenjoy, Anthony Trollope delves into two of his favorite themes property and inheritance, woven with the intricate threads of legitimacy and family dynamics. Lord George Germain, a respectable yet not particularly clever younger son, eagerly anticipates inheriting a title from his dissolute elder brother, the Marquis of Brotherton, who resides in Italy and shows no intention of settling down. However, a shocking twist occurs when the Marquis claims he has married an Italian widow and fathered a son, potentially legitimizing the heir, Lord Popenjoy. But is he truly legitimate? Were ...

Step into the world of Anthony Trollopes fortieth novel, published in 1881, where a respectable Christian boys’ school becomes the backdrop for a tangled web of secrets and moral dilemmas. The school’s proprietor unwittingly hires a woman with a complicated life, entangled with both a devoted English scholar and an abusive drunkard from the American South. This richly woven narrative blends a poignant exploration of Dr. Wortle’s ethical struggles with a humorous take on small-town gossip, all while a romance blossoms involving the doctor’s charming young daughter. (Summary by Angela ...