Palliser Books

The second novel in Trollope's Palliser series, Phineas Finn 's engaging plot embraces matters as diverse as reform, the position of women, the Irish question, and the conflict between integrity and ambition. Through the engaging figure of the handsome Irishman Phineas Finn, Trollope explores the realities of political life, and the clash between compromise and conviction, that is as topical today as it was in the 1860s. In his introduction, Simon Dentith looks at the British political context and the interwoven strands of politics, the rights of women, and their struggle for equality in marriage. He also considers the novel's interesting publishing history and Trollope's own parliamentary ambitions. One appendix outlines the internal chronology of the series, providing a unique understanding of the six novels as a linked narrative, and a second appendix describes the passage of the second Reform Act of 1867, a controversial measure that extended the franchise and was the subject of heated Conservative and Liberal debate. In addition, there is a biography of Trollope and a chronology of his life as well as extensive notes.

The Eustace Diamonds is a novel by the renowned English author, Anthony Trollope. The book was first published in 1871 and is part of the Palliser series. The plot revolves around the story of Lizzie Eustace, a beautiful and cunning young widow who inherits a valuable diamond necklace from her late husband. The diamonds are coveted by many, including Lizzie's suitors, her family, and even the law.Lizzie is a complex character who is willing to do whatever it takes to keep the diamonds, including lying, cheating, and manipulating those around her. She is pursued by several men, including her cousin Frank Greystock, the wealthy Lord Fawn, and the dashing adventurer, Lord George de Bruce Carruthers. However, Lizzie's true intentions and character are revealed as she tries to keep the diamonds and secure her own future.The novel is set in Victorian England and provides a fascinating insight into the social and political landscape of the time. Trollope's writing is witty and engaging, and he skillfully weaves together the different plot threads to create a compelling and entertaining story. The Eustace Diamonds is a classic of English literature and is a must-read for fans of Victorian novels and historical fiction.The general belief which often seizes upon the world in regard to some special falsehood is very surprising. Everybody on a sudden adopts an idea that some particular man is over head and ears in debt, so that he can hardly leave his house for fear of the bailiffs--or that some ill-fated woman is cruelly ill-used by her husband--or that some eldest son has ruined his father; whereas the man doesn't owe a shilling, the woman never hears a harsh word from her lord.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Phineas Finn's status as a junior minister is jeopardized when he is accused of stealing the Eustace diamonds

After being installed as Prime Minister in Victorian England, Plantagenet Palliser finds himself uniquely ill-suited for the office

A fitting conclusion to the Palliser novels, one of the most remarkable achievements in British fiction, The Duke's Children is a touching story of love, family relationships, loyalty, and principles, following the aging Duke of Omnium as he struggles to come to terms with the loss of his vivacious wife, Lady Glencora, and the willfulness of his three children. The wide-ranging introduction explores the implicit politics of the novel about the nature of conservatism and liberalism in all their facets; the "woman question"; autobiographical echoes; gambling; and the novel's interest in modernity and the United States. The book also includes an invaluable appendix that outlines the political context of the Palliser novels and establishes the internal chronology of the series, providing a unique understanding of the six books as a linked narrative. The editors also provide explanatory notes, and the preface provides both a compact biography of Anthony Trollope and a Chronology charts his life against the major historical events of the period. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.