Trollope, Anthony
Dr Thorne (Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140433265
- author:
- Trollope, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1991
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 2.5 x 12.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Dr Thorne is a novel by Anthony Trollope, published in 1858. The story revolves around Frank Gresham's desire to marry his beloved Mary Thorne, despite her illegitimacy and apparent poverty. However, Frank's family is opposed to the match, and he is urged to make a more advantageous marriage to a wealthy heiress. Mary's uncle, Dr Thorne, is the only one who knows her true circumstances, and he believes she should be accepted on her own terms. A nuanced exploration of the complex relationships between society, money, and morality, Dr Thorne offers a thought-provoking portrayal of human nature. Trollope's affectionate depiction of rural English life adds depth to the narrative, making this enduringly popular novel a compelling read. Through its exploration of these themes, Dr Thorne provides a fascinating insight into the social conventions of 19th-century England.
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