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Frances Milton Trollope
Books by Frances Milton Trollope
Vicar of Wrexhill
The Vicar of Wrexhill is a novel by Frances Milton Trollope, first published in 1837.. The book tells the story of a villainous vicar who insinuates himself into the life of a wealthy but foolish widow, ruining the fortunes and happiness of her three...
Domestic Manners of the Americans
Frances Trollope's "Domestic Manners of the Americans" is a scathing critique of American society in the early 19th century. Based on her experiences living in Cincinnati, Ohio, Trollope skewers American manners, morals, and customs, finding them to...
Life and Adventures of Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw
Set in the Deep South in the era of slavery, this novel follows the lives of Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw and his family as they navigate the complex social and racial landscape of the antebellum South. Whitlaw is a shrewd and ambitious man who is driv...
Life and Adventures of Michael Armstrong, the Factory Boy
This Victorian novel, set amidst the burgeoning industrial landscape of England, chronicles the harsh realities of child labor in the cotton mill factories. Michael Armstrong, an orphan thrust into the unforgiving world of the factory system, endures...
Widow Barnaby
In the Victorian era of high society, Mrs. Barnaby, a vain and presumptuous woman, embarks on a quest to secure a wealthy husband. Her lack of social graces and awkward mistakes lead to a series of comedic misadventures, while her lovely niece Agnes...
Widow Married: A Sequel to The Widow Barnaby
This novel, a sequel to "The Widow Barnaby," follows the life of the titular widow, Mrs. Barnaby, as she navigates her newfound marriage in Sydney, Australia. The book delves into the complexities of her relationships, the social dynamics of her new...
Barnaby's in America: Final sequel to The Widow Barnaby
This is a humorous and heartwarming novel that follows the adventures of Barnaby, a wealthy widow, as she travels to America. Along the way, she meets a variety of interesting characters and has many misadventures. The novel is full of wit and charm,...
Petticoat Government, Volume 1
Frances Milton Trollope's *Petticoat Government* is a satirical novel set in the fictional cathedral town of Westhampton in 1825. The story revolves around the Jenkyns family and their interactions with the town's social circles. Trollope uses the n...
Petticoat Government, Volume 2
This book continues the story of Judith Maitland, a young woman navigating the complex and often humorous world of the clergy and society in 19th-century England. Set in the fictional town of Westhampton, the novel explores themes of family, relation...
Petticoat Government, Volume 3
Petticoat Government, Volume 3 continues the story of Judith Maitland, a young woman navigating the complexities of English society in the 19th century. Trollope's satirical wit shines through as Judith faces challenges related to marriage, class, an...