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Classics · WarmA churchman, a charity and a scandal
The Warden
See it on Amazon1855Moderate readSlow pace
What it is about
Mr Harding, warden of a hospital for old men, faces a campaign against the charity. Trollope’s 1855 novel is the first of the Barsetshire novels.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy classic novels that have stayed in print, with a warm mood and an unhurried pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.
Themes: Church · Comedy · Victorian
Page count and cover shown for: Selected edition
About the author
Anthony Trollope2 books on Tori BooksSimilar books
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