Kept in the Dark (eBook)

Unraveling Secrets: A Victorian Tale of Deception and Betrayal

Anthony Trollope (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
227 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766459881-3 (EAN)

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In "Kept in the Dark," Anthony Trollope deftly navigates the complexities of personal and social relationships in Victorian England. The novel intricately weaves the themes of love, betrayal, and moral responsibility, showcasing Trollope's characteristic wit and keen observation of human behavior. Through the narrative of the beleaguered protagonist, Paul Montague, who grapples with financial ruin and the fallout from a disastrous romantic entanglement, Trollope employs a realist literary style that captures the nuances of character and circumstance, making a poignant commentary on societal expectations and personal integrity in a rapidly changing world. Anthony Trollope, a prominent figure in Victorian literature, is renowned for his keen social commentary and exploration of character development. His experiences in the civil service and close observation of the British social hierarchy profoundly influenced his writing, particularly evident in "Kept in the Dark." Trollope often illuminated the struggles between personal desires and social obligations, which reverberate in the novel's exploration of moral dilemmas and human frailty. Recommended for readers interested in the subtleties of 19th-century social dynamics and personal morality, "Kept in the Dark" is a compelling examination of human relationships. Trollope's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on the conflicts between love and duty, making the novel both a significant literary work and an insightful study of human behavior.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 2.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century English fiction • 19th century literature • Anthony Trollope • british authors • classical novel themes • classic novels • deception and betrayal • Domestic fiction • England • English literature • Fiction • human relationships complexities • intricate character development • Love Triangle • Marriage plot • Married people • moral dilemmas exploration • romantic fiction • secret keeping narrative • Social Class • social life and customs • societal conventions clash • Trollope's keen observations • Victorian Literature • Victorian social realism