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Ralph the Heir

Ralph the Heir

著者： Anthony Trollope
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In Ralph the Heir, Anthony Trollope masterfully weaves a tapestry of diverse characters representing various English social classes and sentiments. The novel delves into the complexities of inheritance, the clash between extravagance and reason in financial matters, the courtship of young lovers, and the electoral practices of the era, inspired by Trollopes own experiences running for Parliament. The narrative is rich with subplots that illuminate Trollopes views on greed, snobbery, work ethics, and the quirks of dandyism. With a playful twist, we meet multiple characters named Ralph and Gregory, leading to humorous confusions as Trollope cleverly distinguishes between them. The protagonist, Ralph the heir, is a charming yet reckless young man burdened by debt, faced with the choice of selling his family property or marrying the daughter of a shrewd tradesman. Alongside him are four captivating young women, pursued by both Ralphs, young Gregory, and the eccentric bootmaker, Ontario Moggs. Classic misunderstandings abound, creating obstacles in love and friendship. Yet, in a delightful turn, the reader finds themselves rooting for the misunderstandings that thwart the undeserving heirs attempts at romance, ensuring that true love prevails.Copyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction 政治・政府 政治学 社会科学
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