The Belton Estate

by Anthony Trollope

Overview

"The Belton Estate" by Anthony Trollope is a novel that explores themes of social class, inheritance, love, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in the context of 19th-century English society. The story is set around the grand estate of Belton, a country house that is at the heart of a dispute involving a wealthy inheritance, complicated romantic entanglements, and the societal pressures of class and reputation. The plot centers around the life of Clara, a young woman who is left in a precarious situation following the death of her father. She is forced to navigate the competing interests of her suitors, each representing different paths in life. At its heart, The Belton Estate is a study of the intersection between personal desires and social obligations. Clara's decisions, as well as the fates of those around her, provide a critical view of the expectations placed on women in Victorian society, especially concerning wealth, inheritance, and marital choices. The novel also examines the power dynamics between social classes and the emotional costs of living up to societal norms.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789368098218
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	11/01/2024
Pages:	370
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.82(d)

About the Author

Anthony Trollope (24 April 1815 - 6 December 1882) was an English novelist of the Victorian era. Among his best-known works is a series of novels collectively known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire, which revolves around the imaginary county of Barsetshire. He also wrote novels on political, social, and gender issues, and other topical matters. Trollope's literary reputation dipped somewhat during the last years of his life, but he had regained the esteem of critics by the mid-20th century.