The Prime Minister by Anthony Trollope
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| Author | Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882 |
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| Title | The Prime Minister |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Kenneth David Cooper and revised by Joseph E. Loewenstein, M.D. |
| Summary | "The Prime Minister" by Anthony Trollope is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story explores the intricacies of political life, ambition, and social standing in Victorian England, primarily through the character of Ferdinand Lopez, a man of uncertain origins but sharp ambitions. The narrative delves into his aspirations to climb the social ladder and the challenges he faces in seeking both personal and professional fulfillment. The opening of "The Prime Minister" introduces Ferdinand Lopez, a man whose lack of disclosed lineage burdens him even as he navigates the upper echelons of society. As he struggles with the societal expectations surrounding his ancestry, we learn of his sophisticated demeanor and socially adept nature. The chapter highlights his interactions with various characters, including Sextus Parker, from whom he seeks financial assistance, establishing the tension between his public persona and private insecurities. The stage is set for a complex exploration of love and ambition, as Lopez’s sights are set on securing both wealth and a romantic connection, laying the groundwork for the political maneuvering and social challenges to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Subject | Palliser, Plantagenet (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Prime ministers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2158 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 29, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 233 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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