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Availability:In StockContributor:Anthony TrollopeTheme:Chronological Period/19th Century, Cultural Region/BritishPublish date:5/1/2023Pages:434
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Double 9 BooksISBN-13:9789358017342ISBN-10:9358017341UPC:9789358017342Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Classics, Literary, FantasyBook Topic:HistoricalSize:8.50 x 5.50 x 0.97 inchesWeight:0.549Product ID:SCCGJWYNNQ
"Castle Richmond" is a novel by British author Anthony Trollope. The story is set in Ireland and follows the lives of two families, the Desmonds and the Fitzgeralds, who are bound together by a tragic event. The novel begins with the death of Herbert Fitzgerald, the heir to Castle Richmond, the ancestral home of the Fitzgerald family. The Desmonds, who are close friends of the Fitzgeralds, are also affected by this event as their daughter, Clara, was engaged to Herbert. As the story unfolds, it is revealed that Herbert's death was caused by his own father, who had mistakenly thought that his son was having an affair with Clara. This event leads to a series of tragedies and conflicts between the two families, as they struggle to come to terms with their loss and deal with the fallout from this event. The novel provides a poignant portrayal of the social and political climate of Ireland during the 19th century, as well as exploring themes of family, love, and betrayal. It is considered one of Trollope's finest works and a classic of Victorian literature.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Double 9 BooksISBN-13:9789358017342ISBN-10:9358017341UPC:9789358017342Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Classics, Literary, FantasyBook Topic:HistoricalSize:8.50 x 5.50 x 0.97 inchesWeight:0.549Product ID:SCCGJWYNNQ
Trollope, Anthony: - Anthony Trollope was a 19th-century British novelist who was born in London in 1815. He is known for his realistic and detailed portrayals of Victorian society, as well as his prolific output, having written over 40 novels and numerous short stories and non-fiction works throughout his career. Trollope's early life was marked by financial difficulties, and he worked as a civil servant before turning to writing. His first novel, "The Macdermots of Ballycloran," was published in 1847, and he soon became known for his skill in depicting everyday life and characters in his works. Trollope's most famous series of novels is the "Chronicles of Barsetshire," a collection of six novels set in a fictional county in England. He is also known for his political novels, which include "Phineas Finn" and "The Prime Minister," as well as his travel writing and autobiography. Throughout his career, Trollope was widely read and respected, and he was a popular figure in Victorian literary circles. He died in London in 1882, leaving behind a legacy as one of the great novelists of his time and an important chronicler of Victorian society.
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