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Kept in the Dark is a captivating novel by 19th century English author Anthony Trollope. First published in eight monthly installments in 1882, this story unfolds the life of Cecilia Holt, who ends her engagement to the indifferent Sir Francis Geraldine. Seeking a fresh start, she travels abroad and meets Mr. George Western, a man heartbroken by his own romantic misfortunes. They marry, but Cecilia conceals her past engagement from him, despite his honesty about his own history. When Sir Francis reveals her secret, George feels betrayed and leaves for abroad, prompting Cecilia to return to her...

Welcome, dear listener, to The Anthony Trollope Library. Here you will encounter clergymen of uncertain fortune, politicians of steady ambition, and ladies whose hearts must negotiate with the practical world. These stories do not rush toward sensation, but linger instead upon the small decisions by which lives are truly shaped.Whether you walk abroad, sit quietly by the fire, or steal an hour from the business of the day, this podcast invites you into the familiar society of Barsetshire and Westminster - a place where wit is gentle, observation keen, and every character is granted the dignity...

Penguin Classics presents Anthony Trollope's Barchester Towers, adapted for audio and now available as a digital download as part of the Penguin English Library series. Read by the actor David Timson. 'What! to come here a stranger, a young, unknown, and unfriended stranger, and tell us, in the...

Everyone thinks Augustus Melmotte, a new arrival in London, is a wealthy financier - until he is caught in a forgery scheme. This is a satirical look at immorality and dishonesty as Trollope saw them in the worlds of business, politics, journalism, literature, and society on his return from the colonies in 1872. Scoundrels, coquettes, swindlers, and intriguers abound in this novel, which is often called his masterpiece.

"He was too imperious, too masterful, too much inclined to think that all things should be made to go as he would have them." Thus Trollope describes his hero Harry Heathcote, a settler and sheep farmer in the untamed bush of Australia in 1871. However, Harry has made enemies. In seeking always to act in the honourable fashion he cannot bend and embrace the weaknesses of others.

Anthony Trollope’s The Small House at Allington is the fifth book in a series called The Chronicles of Barsetshire but is the most well-known of the series due to its writing quality and timeline placement within the series. The novel follows the Dales, a family who occupies a large estate. Christopher is the owner of the estate, and allows his widowed sister and her children to live on a small house on the property. The novel largely follows the children, Lilian and Isabella, as they are courted and try to find their place among society.

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 ...

A quiet, unassuming man who loves nothing more than his daughter, his music, and his violincello. His life is seriously disrupted by a zealous young man who sees a disparity between the monies paid out to the Warden and the monies paid out to the 12 bedesmen that live in the hospital of Barchester Cathedral as charity cases, according to Hiram's Will.

With timeless classics from some of the most notable names in literature, this Christmas story bundle is the perfect listen for the most wonderful time of the year.

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.

In the last of the six novels in the Chronicles of Barsetshire series Trollope relates the story of the impecunious curate Josiah Crawley who is falsely accused of stealing a cheque. The community is divided between the supporters and the accusors of the curate, the latter group including one of Trollope's most memorable characters, the formidable Mrs Proudie.

Dive into the captivating world of Castle Richmond, where love, ambition, and societal expectations collide. Experience the intricate lives of its characters as they navigate the challenges of their time, revealing the timeless themes of passion and perseverance. Join us on this literary journey that promises to engage your heart and mind.

Step into the captivating world of Doctor Thorne, where love, social class, and the complexities of human relationships intertwine. Follow the story of the enigmatic Dr. Thorne as he navigates the challenges of his profession, the expectations of society, and the pursuit of true happiness. With rich character development and a vivid setting, this tale will keep you enthralled from beginning to end.

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...

These novelists burst with a literary energy that is hard to contain. They cover a myriad of styles and themes, narratives packed full of fully-formed characters in powerful tales that have become an essential and integral part of our literary heritage.

This charming novel, one of Trollope's most popular, is full of love and laughter. Will Frank Gresham, heir to an impoverished estate, marry penniless Mary Thorne despite the protests of all of his family? Should Doctor Thorne divulge a secret that may make all of the difference?

A man of conscience, duty and tradition, an immature, impressionable girl of supreme virtue and perhaps the greatest cad in English Literature are the chief protagonists of this tale. Tragedy falls upon the House of Humblethwaite. Sir Harry Hotspur's son dies at 21 years of age. There is no other male heir save a second cousin, a scapegrace seemingly beyond redemption.

Fifty-year-old William Whittlestaff becomes guardian to Mary Lawrie, the orphaned and penniless daughter of an old friend, and gradually finds himself falling in love with her. But Mary has already given her heart to the young John Gordon, who has gone to seek his fortune in the Kimberley diamond fields. Gordon's sudden return after a three years' absence, on the very day of Whittlestaff's proposal, precipitates the crisis at the centre of the story.

Set in Nuremberg, this psychological novel explores the crushing of a young girl's spirit by her aunt's Calvinist fanaticism and insistence on her marrying an old man against her will.

Mr and Mrs Brown are keen to make it to Thompson Hall for a cosy family Christmas - the first they will be spending in England instead of France for several years. When Mr Brown is taken ill in Paris en route home, it seems their Christmas wishes may not be coming true. ‘Christmas at Thompson Hall’ is a festive short story full of humorous mishaps from the much-loved Victorian author, Anthony Trollope.