Trollope, Anthony
The Last Chronicle of Barset (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140437522
- author:
- Trollope, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 928
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Last Chronicle of Barset by Anthony Trollope A scandal rocks the community of Barsetshire when Reverend Josiah Crawley is accused of theft, sending shockwaves through the social hierarchy. As the Crawleys struggle to maintain their dignity in the face of public shaming, they must confront the trials of poverty and the consequences of their actions. Trollope's portrayal of a family's desperate attempts to preserve their standards is both poignant and thought-provoking. With its sensitive exploration of pride and self-destruction, this final volume in the Barsetshire series is a complex and nuanced work that offers a deeply human insight into the challenges faced by those striving to maintain their place in society. With its painstakingly realistic depiction of life on the margins, The Last Chronicle of Barset is a gripping and emotionally charged read.