The first of Trollope‘s popular Barsetshire novels, The Warden centers on the honorable cleric Septimus Harding. When Harding is accused of mismanaging church funds, his predicament lays bare the complexities of the Victorian world and of 19th century provincial life. “The theme of The Warden presents the kind of social problem that always fascinated Trollope: the inevitable clash of ancient privilege with modern social awareness.”
"No man ever resolved more bravely than he to accept as good nothing that was evil; to banish from him as evil nothing that was good. 'Tis a pity that he should not have recognised the fact, that in this world no good is unalloyed, and that there is but little evil that has not in it some seed of what is goodly."
pick#Trollopeing How old is this book? People don‘t change .Mr.Bold takes it upon himself to right a perceived wrong.It might effect his relationship with the woman he loves , he tried to call the whole thing off .But when the lawyers and Newspapers get involved ,it becomes a force of its own.Would like to hear more from the women characters,Trollope tells his tale with great perception and humor.Lets read more Trollope!
pickThis old book was a breath of fresh air. The names , Plumstead Episcopi ( described so well, I could see & sense it ) ❤️ I havnt heard of anyone called Nelly in a long time ... I‘d say it‘s on the way back.
The writing “tis only when he has exchanged that ever-new shovel hat for a tasselled night cap , and those shining black habiliments for his accustomed robe de nuit, that ——- talks & looks & thinks like an ordinary man. “
Pjs the leveller
pickWell, that was thoroughly enjoyable! Thank you for getting me #Trollopeing fellow buddy readers. While it won't stop me from thinking that institutions often need reform, it is good to be reminded that there are often costs associated and, as the old saying goes, the path to hell is paved with good intentions.
pickThis was my first Trollope & it certainly won't be the last. I found it strange, but in a very good way. It suffers a bit from being slight & short & trying to do too much at once, but the underlying themes about politics (ideology vs the decisions of day-to-day life), gender relations, & clergy life are very compelling. I like Trollope's peculiar & unexpected sensibility & his sense of irony, despite the occasional Dad Humour vibes 😎
Not just to be contrary, but I did like this chapter a lot. I think these parodies of the mid 19th century press have a lot of modern resonance. I particularly like this paragraph. The really sad thing is that it leads to our current situation where large sections of the public have come to distrust credible, impartial sources. #trollopeing
Okay, fellow buddy readers. I was enjoying this read so much and then I got to this annoying, blithering and blathering chapter. Less of “Dr. Anticant” and back to the love story, please.🙄
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I can definitely relate to the time and effort of laying aside one's quiet demeanour to take upon the rants of a tragedy heroine, only to realise that one is a nonentity and no one gives a damn 😂😭 I'm really feeling Eleanor Harding here #Trollopeing
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“Only think, old Billy Gazy,” said Spriggs, who rejoiced in greater youth than his brethren, but having fallen into a fire when drunk, had had one eye burnt out, one cheek burnt through, & one arm nearly burnt off, & who, therefore, in regard to personal appearance, was not the most prepossessing of men, “a hundred a year, & all to spend; only think, old Billy Gazy;” and he gave a hideous grin that showed off his misfortunes to their full extent.
My copy of the tagged book is from an incomplete set published by Dodd ,Mead & Company in 1907.Also , in the back , sticker from the bookstore the set was purchased from.I‘m obsessed with these .Brentano‘s was founded in 1853.
I have read stand alone Trollope, but none of the series books,can I join in? My life just isn‘t normal if not overwhelmed by reading commitments.😱😂
Early days yet, but I'm also beginning greatly to dislike Dr. Grantly the archdeacon #itsrainingpompousmen But I'm willing to have my mind changed 🙃
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Okay, @saresmoore and @batsy ... I‘ve pulled it off the shelf. Let‘s start Trollope-ing around together. 😉
Does anyone else want to join us in this first of the Barchester series?
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I‘m cuddled up on the couch, ready to try out a couple of fresh reads. I‘m sure I‘ll enjoy The Warden, but I‘m less certain about American Royals. Exciting, isn‘t it? 😁
@batsy @LeahBergen I‘m finally getting around to picking up Trollope. My attentions might get hijacked by any number of things, but I‘ve at least gotten it off the shelf!
The Chronicles of Barsetshire (stiil TBR 😬).
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#LitsyClassics
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pickA good solid entertaining read. It shed light on the conditions of pensioners and the clergy in the Victorian times.
Part of my attempt to get through my #mountTBR 😁
Such a wonderful surprise arrived this morning. My dear friend @sarah83 sent me these gorgeous bookish new year gifts! 😊 I'm sorry for the poor photos but you can see a Folio edition of The Warden by Trollope (with endpaper map) with some licorice in the shape of little books 😍, The Waves by Woolf and a book of Trollope quotations. Also there are two postcards from Rothenburg and Bredevoort. I'm so happy. Thank you Sarah xx
"What on earth could be more luxurious than a sofa, a book, and a cup of coffee?" -Anthony Trollope
...or tea ;) Can't wait for Fall weather, hot drinks, and curling up with a good book!
#bookdrunkard #fall #classics
pickThe Warden is the first in the Barchester series of novels by Trollope. As my first Trollope novel, I found it delightful! I love reading a classic because the intricate prose makes you slow down and savor the experience. Trollope explores the control of the church in 19th c. England through humor and wit, as well as the disparity in situational ethics. At the time it was written, I'm sure it caused many a heated discussion! Recommended 👍
I'm not sure I can continue reading such a novel containing these profanities! 😜
#LitsyAfterDark
After June's rather light reading material, Maya and I are diving into a classic. I started with the Oxford version from my TBR, but quickly learned Barchester Towers was preceded by The Warden. That sounded familiar so I scoured my Modern Library collection and found it! (Let's just ignore the fact I was unaware that I had two copies of Barchester Towers 😳). Time for some #classic reading in the sunroom! #DogsofLitsy
"What on earth could be more luxurious than a sofa, a book, and a cup of coffee? An old waiter came up to him, with a couple of magazines, and an evening paper. Was ever anything so civil?"
pickJust what the doctor ordered--something short and Victorian. This was a reread--I can't believe how much I'd forgotten!
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