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The Belton Estate, by Anthony Trollope

The Belton Estate, by Anthony Trollope

著者： Mentor New York
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The Belton Estate by Anthony Trollope is a Victorian novel about inheritance, love, loyalty, and the limited choices available to women. Clara Amedroz lives with her elderly father at Belton Castle in Somersetshire. Following her brother’s death, the troubled estate is destined to pass to Will Belton, a distant cousin whom Clara has never met.
Will arrives as an energetic, generous, and practical country gentleman. He quickly falls in love with Clara and offers her both marriage and security. Clara, however, believes her heart belongs to Captain Frederic Aylmer, a polished member of Parliament whose refined manners initially appear more attractive than Will’s direct and sometimes awkward nature. When Aylmer proposes, Clara accepts, but she gradually discovers that his affection is weakened by selfishness, social ambition, and obedience to his domineering mother.
After her father’s death, Clara must confront grief, financial uncertainty, and the consequences of her decisions. Her loyalty to the socially condemned Mrs. Askerton further tests her engagement and independence. Through quiet conversations, restrained emotions, and sharply observed social pressures, Trollope explores the difference between appearance and character. The Belton Estate offers an engaging portrait of a woman learning to recognize genuine devotion and choose her own future.
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  • Chapter 32

    Chapter 32
    2023/07/16
    23 分
  • Chapter 31

    Chapter 31
    2023/07/16
    35 分
  • Chapter 30

    Chapter 30
    2023/07/16
    25 分
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