Barchester Towers

A classic English novel and, according to common opinion, Trollope’s best work. A subtle and very funny novel about the intrigues of the clergy, combining Victorian sentimentality with distinctly English satire. The narrative begins with the death of a bishop in a fictional provincial town, and the position left vacant sparks a real battle. Trollope is a true psychologist, and the “Barchester Chronicles” are filled with incredibly vivid characters, drawn with great irony. You can expect a cozy, comforting read in a magnificent translation by Irina Gurova.