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Trollope, Anthony
1815
1882
Aaron Trow
Transcribed from the 1864 Chapman and Hall “Tales of All Countries” edition by David Price
"Aaron Trow" by Anthony Trollope is a novel written during the Victorian era, specifically in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds on the island of Bermuda, exploring themes of crime, punishment, and human resilience amidst the landscape of a British convict establishment. The plot centers around the titular character, Aaron Trow, an escaped convict whose actions disrupt the quiet lives of the island's residents. The narrative begins with Trow's escape from prison, leading to a violent encounter with Anastasia Bergen, the daughter of a local tradesman. When Trow confronts Anastasia in her home, he is driven by desperation and hunger, but his desire to survive turns into a brutal struggle for dominance. Anastasia fights back fiercely, exhibiting remarkable strength and determination, managing to defend herself against Trow's violent intentions. The climax escalates as Caleb Morton, Anastasia’s fiancé, embarks on a perilous quest to capture Trow, culminating in a dramatic confrontation that culminates in tragedy. Ultimately, the novel delves into the consequences of Trow's life choices and the moral complexities surrounding justice, survival, and the haunting specters of violence and remorse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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