The Duke's Children
The Duke's Children
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1870s
1995
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Anthony Trollope's The Duke's Children, a grieving Duke navigates the challenges of parenting after losing his wife. Set in Victorian England, the narrative explores themes of duty, family dynamics, and the complexities of societal expectations as the Duke's three children face personal and social trials while maturing into adulthood.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Anthony Trollope's The Duke's Children is praised for its intricate character development and exploration of societal changes. Critics commend its detailed portrayal of family dynamics and aristocratic life. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot overly detailed. Overall, it is a rich and insightful conclusion to Trollope's Palliser series.
Who Should Read The Duke's Children?
A reader who enjoys The Duke's Children by Anthony Trollope likely appreciates detailed character development and social commentary. Fans of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice or George Eliot's Middlemarch may find Trollope's exploration of British aristocracy and themes of family and politics particularly engaging.
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1870s
1995
Adult
18+ years
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