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The Last Chronicle of Barset

The Last Chronicle of Barset

by Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882

BookID: 3045

Language:English

Reading Level:Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Copyright Status:Public domain in the USA.

England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- FictionClergy -- England -- FictionPsychological fictionLove stories

Description

"The Last Chronicle of Barset" by Anthony Trollope is a novel published in 1867. As the final installment in the Chronicles of Barsetshire series, it centers on Reverend Josiah Crawley, an impoverished clergyman accused of stealing a mysterious cheque. The accusation divides the community, with powerful figures like Mrs. Proudie declaring him guilty. As Crawley struggles with poverty and uncertainty about his own innocence, his daughter's romance faces obstacles due to class prejudice. The novel weaves multiple storylines while exploring themes of morality, social hierarchy, and the changing Victorian era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Class:PR: Language and Literatures: English literature

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