The Last Chronicle of Barset by Anthony Trollope
"The Last Chronicle of Barset" by Anthony Trollope is a novel published during the late 19th century that is part of Trollope's famed Barsetshire series. The narrative centers around the life of Reverend Josiah Crawley, who faces a grave accusation of stealing a cheque, bringing shame and financial instability to his impoverished family. The book delves into themes of morality, social status, and the complexities of human relationships within the context of
the Church of England and provincial society. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Crawley family and their dire circumstances, which are compounded by the allegations against Mr. Crawley. We see conversations between Mary Walker and her brother John where they discuss the shocking claim against Mr. Crawley, indicating a broader community response to the incident. With deep concern for her husband, Mrs. Crawley navigates the emotional turmoil of their situation while reflecting on the implications of the accusation on their family's reputation. This sets the stage for an unfolding drama infused with questions of innocence and guilt, and the challenges that arise from societal judgment in a close-knit community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Last Chronicle of Barset |
| Original Publication | Smith, Elder and Co., London, 1867. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Chronicle_of_Barset |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Kenneth David Cooper and revised by Joseph E. Loewenstein, M.D. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Clergy -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Clergy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Barsetshire (England: Imaginary place) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3045 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 20, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 406 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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