Publisher's Synopsis
""An Eye for an Eye"" is a novel written by the renowned English author, Anthony Trollope. The book tells the story of two families, the Fenwicks and the Brattles, who live in a small town in England. The Fenwicks are a wealthy family who own a large estate, while the Brattles are poor and struggle to make ends meet.The story begins with a tragedy that sets the stage for the rest of the novel. The son of the Fenwick family is killed in a hunting accident, and the Brattles are blamed for his death. The Fenwicks seek revenge and take legal action against the Brattles, leading to a bitter feud between the two families.As the story unfolds, Trollope explores themes of justice, revenge, and forgiveness. He delves into the complex relationships between the characters and the impact that their actions have on one another. The novel also touches on issues of class and social hierarchy, as the wealthy Fenwicks use their power and influence to try and destroy the Brattles.Throughout the book, Trollope's writing is insightful and thought-provoking. He creates a vivid portrait of life in a small English town in the 19th century, with all its social customs and traditions. The characters are well-drawn and believable, with their flaws and virtues on full display.Overall, ""An Eye for an Eye"" is a compelling novel that explores the complexities of human nature and the consequences of our actions. It is a must-read for fans of classic English literature and anyone interested in the intricacies of human relationships.1879. Prolific English writer of novels dealing with Victorian life. An Eye for an Eye is a tragic, gothic romance about the struggle of the upper class Protestant Englishman, Fred Neville, who inherits a high position unexpectedly. He meets and falls in love with Kate O'Hara. They have a love affair, she becomes pregnant and he promises her and her mother that he will marry her. But, he is conflicted by the responsibilities and pressures from his family to marry someone presentable and promises them he will not marry Kate. He decides that he cannot make Kate Countess of Scroope and after telling Kate's mother this, she loses control after years of misery and frustration, and in a sudden fury pushes him over a cliff to his death. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
