In "The Way We Live Now," Anthony Trollope paints a vivid portrait of Victorian society’s excesses and moral dilemmas through a richly woven narrative filled with ambition, deceit, and love. The story follows the rise and fall of the ambitious but unscrupulous financier Paul Montague, whose manipulations intertwine with the lives of a cast of compelling characters—from wealthy socialites to struggling commoners. As the characters navigate a world obsessed with wealth and status, their choices reveal the fragmented nature of morality in a rapidly changing society. With sharp wit and keen insight, Trollope critiques the blindness of a culture enthralled by materialism. What happens when the glittering facade of prosperity gives way to the chaos lurking beneath?
By Anthony Trollope
Published: 2015
"The way we live now is full of discontents."
The intentions of Augustus Melmotte, a foreign-born financier with a new investment opportunity, are questioned by Paul Montague, a young engineer.
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“The way we live now is full of discontents.”
The Way We Live Now
By Anthony Trollope
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Anthony Trollope (1815–1882) was a prolific English novelist, best known for his keen social observation and vivid characterizations. His most celebrated works include the "Chronicles of Barsetshire" series, which explores the lives of clergymen and their families in a fictional English county. Trollope’s writing is marked by a keen understanding of politics, social issues, and human behavior, often infused with a touch of humor. In addition to his novels, he was a postal surveyor, which allowed him to travel extensively and gain insight into British society. Despite facing criticism during his lifetime, Trollope's legacy endures, and he is now regarded as one of the great Victorian novelists.
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