Barchester Towers

Barchester Towers, published in 1857, is the sequel to Trollope's The Warden and continues the story of the clerical doings in the fictional cathedral town of Barchester.The new Bishop Dr. Proudie arrives with his domineering wife and ambitious chaplain Mr. Slope. The old clerical party headed by Dr. Grantly and the new party championed by Mrs. Proudie and Mr. Slope soon contend over Church matters.Mrs. Eleanor Bold, widowed daughter of the prior Warden, finds her affections contested by several suitors.Though not well received by critics initially, Barchester Towers is now one of Trollope's most popular novels. Perfect for readers who love Victorian literature with wit and social insight.