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Anthony Trollope
ISBN 9780140433265
Rs. 958
Penguin Classics
Doctor Thorne
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy classic literature with a focus on morality, class, and family drama.
Frank Gresham, the son of a financially ruined landowner, longs to marry Mary Thorne, a woman he loves despite her illegitimacy and apparent lack of wealth. His ambitious mother and proud aunt oppose the match, urging him instead to secure the family’s future by marrying a wealthy heiress. Only Mary’s uncle, the principled Dr Thorne, knows her true parentage and the hidden fortune that could transform her social standing—but he insists that she be valued for herself, not her inheritance. Why You Should Read? Explores the tension between love, wealth, and social expectation in 19th-century rural England. Offers a nuanced, affectionate portrait of human nature and small-town life by Anthony Trollope. Ideal for readers who enjoy classic literature with a focus on morality, class, and family drama. This edition presents the enduring charm of Dr Thorne in a compact, accessible form perfect for modern readers.
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- Explores tension between love, wealth, and social expectation in 19th-century rural England.
- Offers a nuanced, affectionate portrait of human nature and small-town life.
- Focuses on morality, class, and family drama.
- Compact, accessible edition for modern readers.
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Questions about this book
What is the main conflict in Doctor Thorne?
Frank Gresham, son of a ruined landowner, wants to marry Mary Thorne despite her illegitimacy and lack of wealth, but his mother and aunt push him to marry a wealthy heiress to secure the family's future.
Who is Dr Thorne and what role does he play?
Dr Thorne is Mary's uncle, a principled man who knows her true parentage and a hidden fortune. He insists she be valued for herself, not her inheritance, and his knowledge is central to the plot.
What themes does the novel explore?
The novel explores the tension between love, wealth, and social expectation, as well as morality, class, and family drama in 19th-century rural England.
Is this book suitable for modern readers?
Yes, this edition presents the story in a compact, accessible form, making it suitable for modern readers interested in classic literature.