
Length24h 14m
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In 'Phineas Redux,' Anthony Trollope masterfully weaves a tale of political intrigue and moral complexity set against the backdrop of Victorian England. This novel, the fourth in the esteemed Palliser series, delves deeply into themes of ambition, integrity, and the tumultuous nature of public life. Trollope's signature narrative style, characterized by keen psychological insight and richly drawn characters, immerses readers in the turbulent world of parliamentary politics and its intersection with personal relationships. The interplay of social dynamics and the ever-looming specter of scandal creates a compelling narrative that reflects the fabric of the era and its societal constraints. Trollope, a notable figure of Victorian literature, drew inspiration from his own experiences in the political arena and his keen observations of society. Having spent years as a civil servant, he was intimately familiar with the intricacies of governance and the moral dilemmas faced by its participants. These experiences undoubtedly informed the development of Phineas Finn, the protagonist whose journey through the machinations of politics serves as a vehicle for Trollope's exploration of ethical quandaries amidst the allure of power. Recommended for both its rich literary merit and its astute commentary on the human condition, 'Phineas Redux' is a must-read for those interested in Victorian literature, political philosophy, and the complexities of personal and public life. Trollope's work not only captivates but also invites readers to reflect on the perpetual negotiation between ambition and integrity.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length24 hrs 14 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
41"I HOPE I'M NOT DISTRUSTED."
2GERARD MAULE.
42BOULOGNE.
3TANKERVILLE.
43THE SECOND THUNDERBOLT.
4MR. DAUBENY'S GREAT MOVE.
44THE BROWBOROUGH TRIAL.
5PHINEAS AND HIS OLD FRIENDS.
45SOME PASSAGES IN THE LIFE OF MR. EMILIUS.
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6COMING HOME FROM HUNTING.
46THE QUARREL.
7THE ADDRESS.
47WHAT CAME OF THE QUARREL.
8THE DEBATE.
48MR. MAULE'S ATTEMPT.
9THE DESERTED HUSBAND.
49SHOWING WHAT MRS. BUNCE SAID TO THE POLICEMAN.
10THE TRUANT WIFE.
50WHAT THE LORDS AND COMMONS SAID ABOUT THE MURDER.
11KÖNIGSTEIN.
51"YOU THINK IT SHAMEFUL."
12"I HAVE GOT THE SEAT."
52MR. KENNEDY'S WILL.
13TRUMPETON WOOD.
53NONE BUT THE BRAVE DESERVE THE FAIR.
14"HOW WELL YOU KNEW!"
54THE DUCHESS TAKES COUNSEL.
15COPPERHOUSE CROSS AND BROUGHTON SPINNIES.
55PHINEAS IN PRISON.
16MADAME GOESLER'S STORY.
56THE MEAGER FAMILY.
17SPOONER OF SPOON HALL.
57THE BEGINNING OF THE SEARCH FOR THE KEY AND THE COAT.
18SOMETHING OUT OF THE WAY.
58THE TWO DUKES.
19PHINEAS AGAIN IN LONDON.
59MRS. BONTEEN.
20MR. MAULE, SENIOR.
60TWO DAYS BEFORE THE TRIAL.
21"PURITY OF MORALS, FINN."
61THE BEGINNING OF THE TRIAL.
22MACPHERSON'S HOTEL.
62LORD FAWN'S EVIDENCE.
23MADAME GOESLER IS SENT FOR.
63MR. CHAFFANBRASS FOR THE DEFENCE.
24"I WOULD DO IT NOW."
64CONFUSION IN THE COURT.
25THE DUKE'S WILL.
65"I HATE HER!"
26AN EDITOR'S WRATH.
66THE FOREIGN BLUDGEON.
27THE FIRST THUNDERBOLT.
67THE VERDICT.
28THE SPOONER CORRESPONDENCE.
68PHINEAS AFTER THE TRIAL.
29REGRETS.
69THE DUKE'S FIRST COUSIN.
30THE DUKE AND DUCHESS IN TOWN.
70"I WILL NOT GO TO LOUGHLINTER."
31THE WORLD BECOMES COLD.
71PHINEAS FINN IS RE-ELECTED.
32THE TWO GLADIATORS.
72THE END OF THE STORY OF MR. EMILIUS AND LADY EUSTACE.
33THE UNIVERSE.
73PHINEAS FINN RETURNS TO HIS DUTIES.
34POLITICAL VENOM.
74AT MATCHING.
35SEVENTY-TWO.
75THE TRUMPETON FEUD IS SETTLED.
36THE CONSPIRACY.
76MADAME GOESLER'S LEGACY.
37ONCE AGAIN IN PORTMAN SQUARE.
77PHINEAS FINN'S SUCCESS.
38CAGLIOSTRO.
78THE LAST VISIT TO SAULSBY.
39THE PRIME MINISTER IS HARD PRESSED.
79AT LAST—AT LAST.
40VOLUME II.
80CONCLUSION.