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“Let a man be of what side he may in politics, unless he be much more of a partisan than a patriot, he will think it well that there should be some equity of division in the bestowal of crumbs of comfort.”

Quote by Anthony Trollope

Book:Anthony Trollope: The Chronicles of Barsetshire & The Palliser Novels (Unabridged): The Warden + The Barchester Towers + Doctor Thorne + Framley Parsonage + The Small House at Allington + The Last Chronicle of Barset + Can You Forgive Her? + The Prime Minister + Eustace Diamonds...

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Anthony Trollope: The Chronicles of Barsetshire & The Palliser Novels (Unabridged): The Warden + The Barchester Towers + Doctor Thorne + Framley Parsonage + The Small House at Allington + The Last Chronicle of Barset + Can You Forgive Her? + The Prime Minister + Eustace Diamonds...

This comprehensive collection brings together a selection of Anthony Trollope's most renowned novels. The Chronicles of Barsetshire series delves into the lives of the inhabitants of the fictional English county of Barsetshire, offering a detailed portrayal of Victorian society. The Palliser Novels further expand on these themes, focusing on political intrigue and the complexities of high society. The collection includes 'The Warden,' 'The Barchester Towers,' 'Doctor Thorne,' 'Framley Parsonage,' 'The Small House at Allington,' 'The Last Chronicle of Barset,' 'Can You Forgive Her?' 'The Prime Minister,' and 'Eustace Diamonds,' showcasing Trollope's skillful storytelling and intricate character development. more

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Anthony Trollope

Anthony Trollope was an English novelist known for his detailed portrayals of Victorian British society. His works often centered around political and administrative themes, showcasing his profound insights into social structures and class divisions. more

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“Any one prominent in affairs can always see when a man may steal a horse and when a man may not look over a hedge.”

Men Looks May Horse Affair Stealing Prominent

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Source: Anthony Trollope: The Chronicles of Barsetshire & The Palliser Novels: The Warden + The Barchester Towers + Doctor Thorne + Framley Parsonage + The Small House at Allington + The Last Chronicle of Barset + Can You Forgive Her? + The Prime Minister + Eustace Diamonds…

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Book:Phineas Redux: Trollope's Works

Source: Phineas Redux: Trollope's Works

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Book:The Prime Minister (Unabridged): Parliamentary Novel from the prolific English novelist, known for The Warden, Barchester Towers, Doctor Thorne, The Last Chronicle of Barset, Can You Forgive Her? and Phineas Finn

Source: The Prime Minister (Unabridged): Parliamentary Novel from the prolific English novelist, known for The Warden, Barchester Towers, Doctor Thorne, The Last Chronicle of Barset, Can You Forgive Her? and Phineas Finn

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Source: Anthony Trollope: The Chronicles of Barsetshire & The Palliser Novels: The Warden + The Barchester Towers + Doctor Thorne + Framley Parsonage + The Small House at Allington + The Last Chronicle of Barset + Can You Forgive Her? + The Prime Minister + Eustace Diamonds…

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Author:Anthony Trollope

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Author:Anthony Trollope

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