The Anthony Trollope Library

In which Lord Lufton and his friends at Framley Court deliberate the troubling case of Mr. Crawley, whose odd behaviour and unfortunate circumstances have led to a legal charge that casts a shadow over his character and livelihood. They resolve to rally support and instruct the mild and persuasive Reverend Robarts to guide Crawley toward accepting proper legal counsel, trusting that justice and co...

In which the unhappy news of Mr. Crawley's legal troubles reaches his daughter Grace, compelling her to leave teaching and seek refuge with friends amidst the lingering shadow of suspicion and financial hardship. Meanwhile, attentive and kindly acquaintances, including Miss Prettyman and the Dales, offer their support and gentle counsel, whilst Grace dares to contemplate a hopeful respite from her...

In which Major Grantly wrestles with his love for Grace Crawley amidst the shadow cast by her father's disgrace, reflecting deeply on honour, family expectations, and the nature of true generosity. Guided by Miss Prettyman’s prudent counsel, he resolves to temper his ardour with discretion, deferring his suit until a more fitting moment can be found.

In which the weary and tormented Mr. Crawley resists all appeals to attend before the magistrates, his wife Mary striving with gentle constancy to uphold her promise and protect him in the face of crushing adversity. At Silverbridge, amidst the chill of winter and the scrutinising eyes of local worthies, the proceedings unfold with a mixture of compassion and formality, leaving both husband and wi...

In which Miss Crawley, residing with the charitable Miss Prettymans and entangled in the distress of a grave family accusation, contemplates leaving her post at the school to avoid bringing disgrace, while tender friendships and unsolicited counsel offer her comfort and counsel. Meanwhile, the gentle sway of Miss Annabella’s authority and a sudden unexpected visitor hint at the tensions and resolu...

In which the county of Barset finds itself divided by the troubling suspicion cast upon Mr. Crawley, the poor parson of Hogglestock, with opinions ranging from heartfelt conviction of his innocence to firm belief in his guilt, amidst a society deeply conscious of reputation and propriety. The matter stirs not only local gossip but also the anxieties of neighbouring families and the upper echelons...

In which Mr. Crawley's quiet parish life is shattered by the necessity of facing accusations before the magistrates, prompting his devoted wife and daughter to rally around him amidst growing uncertainty and distress. The family grapples with the enigma of lost funds and a troubled mind, whilst striving to maintain dignity and faith in the face of mounting hardship and social scrutiny.

In which the respectable townsfolk of Silverbridge find themselves mesmerised by the distressing accusation against the hapless Reverend Josiah Crawley, a poor and moody clergyman of Hogglestock, whose character and impecunious circumstances inspire both pity and suspicion. The tale unfolds amidst whispered doubts and gentle inquiries, as his devoted wife endeavours to shield his battered honour w...

In which a family dinner at the rectory, intended to be intimate and private, reveals underlying tensions and unspoken struggles beneath the surface of genteel society. The archdeacon confronts his son regarding a rumoured attachment to a young woman considered unsuitable by his social standards, leading to a solemn and uneasy exchange between father and son.

In which the worthy Archdeacon Grantly and his family grapple with the disquieting news of Major Grantly’s affections towards the lowly Grace Crawley, provoking much anxiety and counsel among kin and county alike. Amid whispered scandal and aspirations for a more advantageous match, the household is drawn into reflections on duty, pride, and the intricate social tapestry of Barsetshire.

In which the long-standing dispute between Hopkins, the gardener, and the squire over farmyard manure leads to a dignified yet stubborn stand-off, culminating in a tentative reconciliation that restores harmony at the Great House. Concurrently, preparations for Dr. Crofts’s wedding unfold, allowing characters to pursue their various personal hopes and resolutions amid the quiet social ebb and flow...

In which Mrs. Dale conveys to Lily the delicate resolution to remain at the Manor House, accompanied by unexpected gifts of money and the squire’s heartfelt, if melancholic, reconciliation with family affairs. Meanwhile, John Eames grapples with unrequited affection under the watchful yet kindly eyes of the earl and Lady Julia, who offer sober counsel on courage and decorum amid youthful heartache...

In which Mr. Eames returns to London to face the consequences of affairs at Mrs. Roper's lodging-house and receives a letter from his friend Cradell, whose own fortunes have become entangled in a rather complicated domestic and financial situation. After parting with the Roper family under somewhat strained circumstances, Eames contemplates his solitary existence and the beginning of a more adult...

In which Mrs. Dale wrestles with the delicate task of guiding her daughter Lily’s heart away from a past attachment towards a new, hopeful prospect, yet finds herself met with gentle but firm resistance. Their dialogue, set against the quiet uncertainty of domestic concerns and village life, reveals a tender yet resolute struggle between maternal duty and youthful passion.

In which the uneasy relations within the De Courcy family are laid bare, particularly the quiet despair of Lady Alexandrina in her new and cheerless married life, weighed down by silence and social isolation. Her tentative request to accompany her mother to Baden-Baden opens a discreet yet profound fissure between husband and wife, as each contemplates the cost and consequence of such a separation...

In which the reverberations of society’s whisperings reach the country parsonage, casting a shadow of suspicion and maternal anxiety over Lady Dumbello’s conduct, while her husband and Mr. Palliser grapple with the tensions and expectations wrought by these rumours within their London circles. The parties proceed with outward politeness and inward agitation, culminating in a fraught yet decorous e...

In which the squire, with a melancholy grace, consents to Bell’s marriage and offers a modest settlement, while Mrs. Dale wrestles with the pangs of departure from the old family home and the uncertain future it portends. Meanwhile, a dull and constrained dinner at Guestwick Manor gathers a company ill-suited to conviviality, revealing the subtle disparities of temper and station that cloud their...

In which John Eames, with a heart full of hope and trembling courage, visits the Small House at Allington to express his long-held affection to Lily Dale, only to meet with gentle but resolute refusal, as she remains bound to the memory of another. Left to contemplate his unalterable fate, he finds unexpected solace in the understanding presence of Lady Julia, who counsels patience and constancy i...

In which John Eames arrives at Guestwick Manor to find himself welcomed warmly by Lady Julia and the earl, while contemplating his prospects with Lily Dale amidst social intimacies and the quiet judgments of the local gentry. His reflections on past hardships and hopes mingle with the arrival of the Dales, setting a scene charged with gentle expectation and the intricate workings of familiar affec...

In which John Eames secures a new position as private secretary to Sir Raffle Buffle and resolves to sever ties with the disreputable lodgings and acquaintances that have hitherto encumbered him, all while wrestling with the delicate and painful duties owed to Amelia Roper. His departure to the country marks a turning point in which youthful indiscretions give way to serious contemplation of chara...

In which the prospects of a family move are accompanied by delicate considerations of love, honour, and future happiness, as Mrs. Dale and the squire contemplate invitations and intentions that hinge upon the heart’s elusive will. Meanwhile, a quiet engagement unfolds in the midst of packing and domestic bustle, promising a new beginning marked not by grand expectations but by the steady comfort o...

In which Bell Dale contemplates with gentle firmness the refusal of her cousin Bernard's suit, while the Dale family prepares with some melancholy for their upcoming removal from the Small House to Guestwick, a matter that has sorely tried their relations with the squire. Meanwhile, an unexpected invitation from Lady Julia De Guest to stay at Guestwick Manor for a week stirs feelings of surprise a...

In which the young and hopeful John Eames receives an unexpected letter from the Earl of De Guest, encouraging him in matters of love and fortune while navigating the trials and tribulations of his London office life with the grim Sir Raffle Buffle. Meanwhile, the reflections on health, household moves, and the vexations of flirtations amongst the younger set quietly unfold, painting a delicate sc...

In which Mr Crosbie settles into the sober routine of married life with Lady Alexandrina, finding himself isolated socially and burdened by the dreariness and lack of affection in his domestic sphere. At the same time, he encounters friction in his official duties and contemplates severing ties with his troublesome in-laws, all while reflecting on the heavy cost of his ambitions and alliances.

In which the young and aspiring Johnny Eames navigates the uneasy waters of new employment and social advancement, contending with friendships tested and fortunes shifting amidst the peculiar characters of his world. Amidst heartfelt confessions and troublesome admirers, he learns that life’s opportunities and disappointments are often entwined, and that the path to success is as much a matter of...