In the second volume from Trollope's series of six 'Palliser' novels, we probe deep into the life of British politics. The story is told from the standpoint of a young Irish MP whose private and public affairs become entangled. Trollope's genius for making such matters exciting is displayed in full as he explores Phineas's political ambitions, his romantic attachments and the steep learning curve he has to climb in both.
As usual in these novels, there is a large cast of delightful supporting characters, enlivened further by the author's rich sense of their comic possibilities. This talent for detail is combined with a magisterial overview which lifts the book above parochial politics, making it of interest to any reader interested in the study of personality and action.
By:
Anthony Trollope Introduction by:
Graham Handley Imprint: Everyman Hardcovers Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: New edition Dimensions:
Height: 210mm,
Width: 137mm,
Spine: 45mm
Weight: 850g ISBN:9781857152388 ISBN 10: 1857152387 Series:Everyman's Library CLASSICS Pages: 403 Publication Date:15 June 2001 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
