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The Warden and Barchester Towers
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781434431493
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Oct 4 2024
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.99 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The Warden introduces the fictional world of Barchester, centering on Mr. Harding, the warden of Hiram's Hospital, and the ethical dilemmas he faces amidst a church scandal. In Barchester Towers, the sequel, new challenges arise as a power struggle unfolds in the diocese, involving a host of vividly drawn characters. Both novels are sharp social commentaries that blend wit, satire, and insight into the workings of Victorian society, especially within the Church of England.
Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) was one of the most successful and prolific English novelists of the Victorian era. Collectively known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire, many of his best-loved novels revolve around the imaginary county of Barsetshire. This edition combines The Warden and Barchester Towers -- designed to be read as modern novels -- are the first tow books in these chronicles.
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