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The delectable sequel to Anthony Trollope's The Warden comes at an opportune time as readers were entirely fascinated with the unique plot and likable characters in the author's first Barsetshire novel. Continuing from where The Warden left off, Barchester Towers focuses even more on the life of the local Barchester Diocese, introducing many intriguing and powerful new characters who will surprise you with their initiative and dynamic personalities.Barchester Towers continues the plot in The Warden at a pivotal point, where the old bishop dies, and the new bishop Dr. Proudie is sent to Barchester as his successor. As the archdeacon, Dr. Grantly, fails to obtain the position, he finds himself acquiring a new rival not in the new bishop, but his wife, Mrs. Proudie. A strict sabbatarian and a woman who isn't accustomed to shy away from power, she becomes one of the most imposing characters in Trollope's Barsetshire series.For readers who have already gone through the excitement of completing Trollope's first book of the series, the plot will bring several other surprises. Eleanor is now a wealthy young widow, and gains a fair amount of favorable clerical attention. Also, as the new bishop is tasked to give the wardenship of Hiram's Hospital away to the right person, you may find several other unexpected twists as the storyline unfolds into even further uncharted areas.The comedic value of the novel is also quite priceless. From the satirical dialogues to the humorous errors that involve Mrs. Proudie and the hypocritical Obediah Slope, you'll find yourself getting comfortable with the story in no time at all.A magnificent and quite memorable tale that keeps the delightful atmosphere and characters in The Warden alive, Barchester Towers will rise to, and far exceed any expectations you may have when starting to read one of Trollope's masterpieces.

When the Bishop of Barchester dies, everyone expects that his son, Archdeacon Grantley, will succeed him. Unfortunately a change in Prime Minister means that an Evangelical bishop is appointed. Bishop Proudie and his domineering wife arrive, accompanied by the Bishop's chaplain, Obadiah Slope. Much of the book tell of the battles between Mrs Proudie and the odious Slope to gain dominance over the Bishop, whilst at the same time the High Church faction is gathering force to outmanoeuvre the Bishop's little group. This is the second of the Chronicles of Barsetshire although it can be read as a stand alone novel, and contains the humour and insight that is expected of Anthony Trollope.