The Three Clerks by Anthony Trollope is a novel set in mid-19th century England. The story revolves around three young clerks, Harry Norman, Alaric Tudor, and Charley Tudor, who work in the same office in the city of London. The three men come from different backgrounds and have different aspirations in life. Harry is the son of a wealthy businessman who wants to make a name for himself in the world, Alaric is a talented but ambitious man who dreams of becoming a member of Parliament, and Charley is a carefree young man who ...
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The Three Clerks by Anthony Trollope is a novel set in mid-19th century England. The story revolves around three young clerks, Harry Norman, Alaric Tudor, and Charley Tudor, who work in the same office in the city of London. The three men come from different backgrounds and have different aspirations in life. Harry is the son of a wealthy businessman who wants to make a name for himself in the world, Alaric is a talented but ambitious man who dreams of becoming a member of Parliament, and Charley is a carefree young man who enjoys the pleasures of life.The novel explores the lives of these three men as they navigate their way through the challenges of work, love, and society. They encounter various obstacles, including financial difficulties, romantic entanglements, and professional rivalries. As they strive to achieve their goals, they must also confront the harsh realities of life, such as betrayal, disappointment, and loss.The Three Clerks is a satirical portrayal of the Victorian era and its social customs. Trollope uses his sharp wit and keen observation to expose the hypocrisy and corruption of the time. Through his characters, he critiques the class system, the legal system, and the political system of his day.Overall, The Three Clerks is a compelling and entertaining novel that offers a vivid glimpse into the world of mid-19th century England. It is a must-read for fans of Victorian literature and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the period.""Well now, Gertrude, do you mean to say you think it right that Katie should sit by and hear a man talk as Captain Cuttwater talked last night? Do you mean to say that the scene which passed, with the rum and the curses, and the absurd ridicule which was thrown on your mother's uncle, was such as should take place in your mother's drawing-room?""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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