Length21h 20m
About this audiobook
In "Barchester Towers," Anthony Trollope masterfully intertwines intricate social dynamics and ecclesiastical politics within the fictional English cathedral city of Barchester. Through a keenly observational lens, Trollope presents a tapestry of characters, each navigating the complexities of ambition, faith, and morality. The narrative's rich dialogue and vivid characterization draw readers into the moral dilemmas faced by its protagonists, particularly the benevolent yet conflicted Bishop Grantley and the scheming Archdeacon, as they contend with the whims of the newly appointed Bishop's wife and the arrival of formidable outsiders. Set against the backdrop of the mid-19th century, the novel offers a sharp critique of religious institutions and societal norms while employing Trollope's hallmark of gentle humor and satire. Anthony Trollope, a prolific Victorian novelist, was born in 1815 and became celebrated for his keen insight into human behavior and social structures. His own experiences within the Church of England and his nuanced observations of clerical life greatly informed the themes in "Barchester Towers." Trollope's background in both literature and civil service allowed him an audience of varied perspectives, enriching the narrative with authenticity and depth. "Barchester Towers" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the interplay between religion and society in Victorian England. Trollope's sophisticated blend of humor and drama not only captivates the reader but also invites profound reflections on the nature of power and belief. This engaging novel stands as an essential contribution to the genre, appealing to both literary scholars and casual readers alike.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Humor
Length21 hrs 20 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter I. Who Will Be the New Bishop?
28Chapter XXVIII. Mrs. Bold Is Entertained by Dr. And Mrs. Grantly at Plumstead
2Chapter II. Hiram’s Hospital According to Act of Parliament
29Chapter XXIX. A Serious Interview
3Chapter III. Dr. And Mrs. Proudie
30Chapter XXX. Another Love Scene
4Chapter IV. The Bishop’s Chaplain
31Chapter XXXI. The Bishop’s Library
5Chapter V. A Morning Visit
32Chapter XXXII. A New Candidate for Ecclesiastical Honours
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6Chapter VI. War
33Chapter XXXIII. Mrs. Proudie Victrix
7Chapter VII. The Dean and Chapter Take Counsel
34Chapter XXXIV. Oxford—The Master and Tutor of Lazarus
8Chapter VIII. The Ex-Warden Rejoices in His Probable Return to the Hospital
35Chapter XXXV. Miss Thorne’s Fête Champêtre
9Chapter IX. The Stanhope Family
36Chapter XXXVI. Ullathorne Sports—Act I
10Chapter X. Mrs. Proudie’s Reception—Commenced
37Chapter XXXVII. The Signora Neroni, the Countess De Courcy, and Mrs. Proudie Meet Each Other at Ullathorne
11Chapter XI. Mrs. Proudie’s Reception—Concluded
38Chapter XXXVIII. The Bishop Sits Down to Breakfast, and the Dean Dies
12Chapter XII. Slope Versus Harding
39Chapter XXXIX. The Lookalofts and the Greenacres
13Chapter XIII. The Rubbish Cart
40Chapter XL. Ullathorne Sports—Act II
14Chapter XIV. The New Champion
41Chapter XLI. Mrs. Bold Confides Her Sorrow to Her Friend Miss Stanhope
15Chapter XV. The Widow’s Suitors
42Chapter XLII. Ullathorne Sports—Act III
16Chapter XVI. Baby Worship
43Chapter XLIII. Mr. And Mrs. Quiverful Are Made Happy
17Chapter XVII. Who Shall Be Cock of the Walk?
44Chapter XLIV. Mrs. Bold at Home
18Chapter XVIII. The Widow’s Persecution
45Chapter XLV. The Stanhopes at Home
19Chapter XIX. Barchester by Moonlight
46Chapter XLVI. Mr. Slope’s Parting Interview With the Signora
20Chapter XX. Mr. Arabin
47Chapter XLVII. The Dean Elect
21Chapter XXI. St. Ewold’s Parsonage
48Chapter XLVIII. Miss Thorne Shows Her Talent at Match-Making
22Chapter XXII. The Thornes of Ullathorne
49Chapter XLIX. The Beelzebub Colt
23Chapter XXIII. Mr. Arabin Reads Himself in at St. Ewold’s
50Chapter L. The Archdeacon Is Satisfied With the State of Affairs
24Chapter XXIV. Mr. Slope Manages Matters Very Cleverly at Puddingdale
51Chapter LI. Mr. Slope Bids Farewell to the Palace and Its Inhabitants
25Chapter XXV. Fourteen Arguments in Favour of Mr. Quiverful’s Claims
52Chapter LII. The New Dean Takes Possession of the Deanery, and the New Warden of the Hospital
26Chapter XXVI. Mrs. Proudie Wrestles and Gets a Fall
53Chapter LIII. Conclusion
27Chapter XXVII. A Love Scene
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