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The prime minister
Book • 1876
The Prime Minister, the fifth novel in Anthony Trollope's Palliser series, delves into the intricacies of British politics and societal norms of the Victorian era.
The story centers around Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, who reluctantly accepts the role of Prime Minister in a coalition government.
The novel highlights his struggles with the demands of high office and his inflexible nature.
A significant subplot involves Ferdinand Lopez, a financially troubled and morally dubious speculator who marries Emily Wharton against her father's wishes.
Lopez's ambitions and financial misadventures lead to a tragic conclusion, while Emily eventually finds happiness with Arthur Fletcher.
The novel also explores themes of political expediency, marital relationships, and the societal constraints faced by women during that period.
The story centers around Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, who reluctantly accepts the role of Prime Minister in a coalition government.
The novel highlights his struggles with the demands of high office and his inflexible nature.
A significant subplot involves Ferdinand Lopez, a financially troubled and morally dubious speculator who marries Emily Wharton against her father's wishes.
Lopez's ambitions and financial misadventures lead to a tragic conclusion, while Emily eventually finds happiness with Arthur Fletcher.
The novel also explores themes of political expediency, marital relationships, and the societal constraints faced by women during that period.
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Mentioned by Robert Caro as a great political novel he discovered through his wife.
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