Orley Farm is a novel by the acclaimed Victorian author, Anthony Trollope. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the lives of the Orley family, who own a large estate called Orley Farm. The family is headed by Lady Mason, a widow who has remarried and has a young daughter. Lady Mason is embroiled in a legal battle over the ownership of Orley Farm, which she inherited from her first husband. The case is complicated by the fact that Lady Mason forged a will to secure her ownership of the estate.The novel ...
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Orley Farm is a novel by the acclaimed Victorian author, Anthony Trollope. The story is set in the English countryside and follows the lives of the Orley family, who own a large estate called Orley Farm. The family is headed by Lady Mason, a widow who has remarried and has a young daughter. Lady Mason is embroiled in a legal battle over the ownership of Orley Farm, which she inherited from her first husband. The case is complicated by the fact that Lady Mason forged a will to secure her ownership of the estate.The novel explores themes of inheritance, family relationships, and legal ethics. Trollope's writing style is characterized by his attention to detail and his ability to create complex and nuanced characters. The novel also features a romantic subplot involving Lady Mason's daughter and a young lawyer who becomes involved in the legal case.Overall, Orley Farm is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into Victorian society and the complex legal and social issues of the time. Trollope's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions make this a must-read for fans of classic literature.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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