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“When you have done the rashest thing in the world it is very pleasant to be told that no man of spirit could have acted otherwise.”

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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Book:Phineas Redux: Trollope's Works

Source: Phineas Redux: Trollope's Works

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Source: Phineas Redux

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Source: 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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People Wells Facts Dies Known Trouble Mad Well Known

Book:Phineas Redux

Source: Phineas Redux

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Book:The Palliser Novels: Complete Parliamentary Chronicles (All Six Novels in One Volume): Can You Forgive Her? + Phineas Finn + The Eustace Diamonds + Phineas Redux + The Prime Minister + The Duke’s Children

Source: The Palliser Novels: Complete Parliamentary Chronicles (All Six Novels in One Volume): Can You Forgive Her? + Phineas Finn + The Eustace Diamonds + Phineas Redux + The Prime Minister + The Duke’s Children

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Should Might Enemy Persecuted

Book:Phineas Redux: Trollope's Works

Source: Phineas Redux: Trollope's Works

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Book:The Duke's Children: Trollope's Works

Source: The Duke's Children: Trollope's Works

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Source: Framley parsonage