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2004-01-01
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Trollope, Anthony
1815
1882
The Belton Estate
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Belton_Estate
E-text prepared by Andrew Turek and revised by Rita Bailey and Joseph E. Loewenstein, M.D.
"The Belton Estate" by Anthony Trollope is a novel written during the mid-19th century, encapsulating themes of family, inheritance, and social dynamics in Victorian England. The story begins with the tragic circumstances surrounding the Amedroz family, particularly focusing on Clara Amedroz and her father, Bernard, following the loss of Clara's brother, Charles, who succumbed to the pressures of a debauched lifestyle. The narrative delves into their struggles and the imminent changes brought about by the arrival of Will Belton, the heir to their estate, who complicates Clara's life with both familial ties and budding romantic interests. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the remnants of the Amedroz family after a catastrophic loss that leaves Clara trying to navigate her new reality amid the impending financial ruin of her father. Bernard Amedroz is portrayed as an idle squire, overwhelmed by grief and regret. Clara emerges as a determined character, not only caring for her father but also trying to hold their household together. As the story unfolds, readers witness both Clara's introspective nature and her interactions with the candid Will Belton, who arrives to reestablish his connection with the family and bring about changes that stir emotions in both father and daughter. The dynamics between the characters, along with the underlying tension of love and duty, hint at the complexities that will emerge throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Love stories
Somerset (England) -- Fiction
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